Exciting Summer Events at Waterstones St Andrews

This summer, Waterstones St Andrews is the place to be for book lovers of all ages! With a fantastic line-up of author signings, children's activities, and special guest appearances, there’s something happening almost every week.

Whether you’re keen to meet your favourite writer, discover new stories, or enjoy a fun day out with the family, Waterstones is bringing the magic of books to life right here in St Andrews.

Author Signings and Meet & Greets

• Meet Lynne McEwan – Wednesday 21st May, 13:00 - 13:15

  Drop by for a lunchtime signing with crime author Lynne McEwan.

  
  

• Gill Hornby Author Signing Wednesday 28th May, 15:00 - 15:15

  Meet Gill Hornby, acclaimed author of Miss Austen, as she signs copies of her new book, The Elopement.

  
  

• Sunday Signing with Simon Lamb – Sunday 1st June, 13:00 - 13:15

  Poet Simon Lamb will be in store for a special Sunday signing session.

• Andy Bollen Author Signing – Tuesday 3rd June, 13:05 - 13:15

  Meet author Andy Bollen during a brief lunchtime signing.

  
  

• Heather Darwent Signing – Saturday 14th June, 12:05 - 12:15

  Heather Darwent will be in store for a midday signing session.

• L.D. Lapinski Meet and Greet – Wednesday 18th June, 16:15 - 16:45

  Beloved children’s author L.D. Lapinski returns to St Andrews for a meet and greet.

  
  

• Meet Philip Paris – Thursday 10th July, 11:15 - 11:45

  Come along and meet Philip Paris, author of heartfelt and historic novels.

  
  

• Rosemary Goring Author Signing – Friday 11th July, 14:00 - 14:15

  Join Rosemary Goring for a signing of her latest novel, Exile.

  
  

• Meet David Nicholls – Monday 29th September, 13:15 - 13:30

  Don’t miss the chance to meet David Nicholls, author of One Day and Starter for Ten.

  
  

• Meet Sally Magnusson – Thursday 13th November, 11:05 - 11:15

  Join journalist and author Sally Magnusson for a morning signing.

Special Family Events

• Melvin and Kit's Big Day Out – Sunday 8th June, from 11:00

  Local authors Kathryn Holme and Fiona Lowry take over the children's department for a morning of storytelling and fun!

  
  

• Meet the Gruffalo! – Wednesday 9th July, 14:00 - 15:00

• Bring the little ones for an unforgettable hour with the Gruffalo himself!

  
  

• Gary and Dotty - Kids Department Takeover! – Saturday 23rd August, 11:00 - 11:59

  Enjoy crafts, drawing, and chats during this lively kids’ event with Gary Panton and Dotty Sutton.

For full details on these events and to discover even more from Waterstones St Andrews, visit their website here.