Vikki Reilly

Edinburgh

Marketing and Trade Development Manager at Books from Scotland

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Art & Court of James VI & I

1 week ago | booksfromscotland.com | Vikki Reilly

‘This book has been published to accompany the exhibition The World of King James VI and I. It is hoped, however, that the essays and catalogue will have a legacy beyond the exhibition.’We’re very much looking forward to visiting the National Galleries of Scotland’s exhibition on James VI & I at the Portrait Gallery opening in late April. And we’re here to give you a wee preview not only of the exhibition, but of the excellent book that accompanies it.
David Robinson Reviews: This Bright Life by Karen Campbell

1 month ago | booksfromscotland.com | Karen Campbell |Vikki Reilly

‘This Bright Life is written with empathy, humour and precision and reminds us just what an enjoyable, thought-provoking, whole-picture novelist Karen Campbell can be.’Karen Campbell continues to write fantastic novels full of heart, of people and places that deserve their stories told. David Robinson is impressed by This Bright Life‘s humanity and insightfulness.
The Weekenders by David F. Ross

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | David Ross |Vikki Reilly

‘Stevie Milloy smiles. He winks at his new manager. He is back in the first team.’David F. Ross’s new novel, The Weekenders, takes us to the underbelly of 1960s West of Scotland where who you know determines how much you can get away with, including murder. With his trademark black humour and sharp dialogue, it’s another brilliant slice of Glasgow life that delves deeper and darker into the city and its past. In this extract, we are introduced to Stevie ‘Minto’ Milloy, footballer turned journalist.
The River by Craig A. Smith

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | Craig Smith |Vikki Reilly

‘Seven ghosts had been visiting his dreams; some pleasant, some not so much.’The River is a life-spanning epic novel about death and new beginnings. It’s also about love, Scotland, happiness and acceptance. Here is author, Craig A. Smith, reading from the beginning. The River By Craig A. Smith Published by Into BooksThe River by Craig A. Smith is published by Into Books, priced £11.99.
I Don't Do Mountains: A Q & A with Barbara Henderson

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | Barbara Henderson |Vikki Reilly

‘I took to heart the advice from children’s author Helen Peters: ‘You can NEVER have enough jeopardy’.’I Don’t Do Mountains is an adventure story for children that explores the fears and beauty of getting out into nature. We spoke to author Barbara Henderson about her relationship to the book and The Great Outdoors. I Don’t Do MountainsBy Barbara HendersonPublished by Scottish Mountaineering PressHello Barbara; it’s brilliant to see you publish another fantastic children’s book.
Carrion Crow by Heather Parry

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | Heather Parry |Vikki Reilly

‘There are some facts about the world that only your mother can teach you.’Heather Parry’s new novel, Carrion Crow, is a gloriously gothic tale of an extraordinary relationship between a mother, Cécile Périgord, and her daughter, Marguerite Périgord.
Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | Alice Feeney |Vikki Reilly

‘Our adventure might have had a tricky beginning, but this is beautiful, and I experience something like hope for the first time in a long time.’In Beautiful Ugly, Grady Green’s wife has disappeared in mysterious circumstances. Grieving, he decides to travel to a remote Scottish island to find some peace and healing. Instead, he finds something entirely disturbing. . . Beautiful UglyBy Alice FeeneyPublished by Macmillan‘Can I help you?’ she asks in a thick Scottish accent. ‘Hope so.
The Friday Girl by R. D. Mclean

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | R. Mclean |White Publishing |Vikki Reilly

‘Dow’s good people. One of the few. The uncle you wish you had. He served in the war, but discusses it fleetingly. Did his duty, but would rather forget he ever had to.’1978, Dundee, Scotland. Newly assigned to CID, Elizabeth Burnet is seen as just a pretty face. So when she stumbles across evidence of a serial killer, dubbed ‘the Werewolf’, her theories are dismissed. This does not stop her investigating her hunches . . . In this extract we are introduced to Elizabeth and her complacent colleagues.
The Book ... According to Gareth Russell

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | Vikki Reilly

‘I wanted to explore James’s life, in all its complexity and richness, as well as to see if there was something new, different and revealing about his love affairs, and there was. It was a thrilling history to tell.’Gareth Russell writes fantastic, thorough and entertaining histories, and his latest book sees him turn his attention to James I and VI. We caught up with him to hear about his favourite books.
Overnight by Dan Richards

2 months ago | booksfromscotland.com | Dan Richards |Vikki Reilly

‘Outside it’s overcast. Night is falling. The wind is getting up. Rain had been drumming on the roof of the covered walkway from the terminal out to the ship.’Overnight is a celebration of all things nocturnal, of those who labour while the rest of us sleep, of nighttime wildlife, the stars, dreams and art.