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Jun 21
35m 57s

Jenny Colgan, Douglas Maxwell, Zara Glad...

Bbc Radio 4
About this episode

It's 20 years since Jenny Colgan became a published author and since then her books have been translated across the globe, from Brazil to Bulgaria. Her latest novel is Meet Me at the Seaside Cottages.

Playwright Douglas Maxwell is back at the Tron in Glasgow, a theatre that kickstarted his professional career 25 years ago. His one-man show Man’s Best Friend explores isolation and dogwalking.

Zara Gladman might be best known online for her portrayals of her Glasgow West End Mum character, but she has found fans far beyond the realms of her home city. In August, she'll be swapping sketch for stage with her show Aileen: Cameron’s Gap Year Fundraiser.

Poet Michael Mullen's book Goonie is their debut poetry collection. It tells stories of family, humour and queer identity, from the living room to the hairdresser's chair.

Plus music from singer-songwriter James Yorkston ahead of the release of his new album Songs for Nina and Johanna.

Award-winning singer, harpist and composer Rachel Newton shares a track from her latest solo album Sealladh.

Presenter: Nihal Arthanayake Producer: Caitlin Sneddon

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