Friday 23rd September 2011
Wigtown Book Festival events begin
BBC Scotland
The annual festival of literary events is under way in Scotland's national book town in Dumfries and Galloway.
The 10-day programme at Wigtown promises to include something for readers of all ages and tastes.
Among those taking part this year are Sally Magnusson, Martin Bell, Maggie O'Farrell, Celia Imrie, Sarah Hall and Elaine C Smith.
More than 100 writers are involved in the proceedings which come to a close on 2 October.