GET INVOLVED
There are lots of ways to get involved with our work at Open Book, including volunteer and funded opportunities, and regular call-outs for new writing.
Follow us on Twitter or Facebook for new opportunities, or find out more below.
JOIN US FOR AN
OPEN BOOK GROUP
For online sessions, you’ll receive an Eventbrite booking confirmation email which will include a Zoom link – scroll down to the Additional Information section.
For in person sessions - please don’t attend if you are feeling unwell and remember to follow the health and safety guidelines of the venue.
Sign up to our mailing list to find out about exact dates and booking.
Mondays
National Library of Scotland Shared Reading Group
Mondays 10-11am weekly
Leabhar Fosgailte Leughadh Co-roinnte ann an Gàidhlig - Shared Reading in Gaelic
Diluain 10-11am gach mìos - Mondays 10-11am monthly
Open Door Cafe Shared Reading Group
Mondays 2-3pm weekly
Sgrìobhadh Cruthachail ann an Gàidhlig - Creative Writing in Gaelic
Diluain 6:30-8pm gach mìos - Mondays 6:30-8pm monthly
Tuesdays
Glasgow Women’s Library Creative Writing Group
Tuesdays 10:30-12:30pm monthly
Next Chapters Shared Reading Group (60+, Dumfries & Galloway)
Tuesdays 11-12pm monthly
Open Book Events
If you would like to take part in any of these sessions please book via Eventbrite using the relevant link above - places will be limited.
Funded Opportunities
Looking for a Lead Reader
gcowtan
28th August 2023
Looking for a Lead Reader Open Book is looking for a Lead Reader to support its creative writing programme at Eyemouth Community Centre. Because
New Writing Sought
Marjorie Gill
14th August 2023
New Writing Sought Open Book is seeking writing and supporting material for their Unbound programme. Around a dozen awards of £175 each will
Could You be an Open Book Lead Reader?
Jonny
6th February 2023
Overview Open Book is a charity which runs accessible shared reading and creative writing sessions across Scotland for a diverse range of community and
Volunteer Opportunities
Get Involved
To find out more about our work, get more information about our sessions or volunteer please use the form below.