Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet
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Howdunnit is a workshop with author Graeme Macrae Burnet at Mitchell Library, focusing on researching novels. Burnet will discuss his research methods for his works, followed by hands-on workshops led by library staff on using the library’s archives for personal writing projects. This event is suitable for those aged 16 and over.
Join us for an afternoon of research and discovery as award-winning author Graeme Macrae Burnet discusses the archival and other kinds of research he carried out when writing his novels Benbecula and His Bloody Project. This is followed by two hands-on workshops led by library staff into using the Mitchell Library’s archives and newspaper collections to research your own novel. We’ll share tips for exploring the library’s vast resources, from microfilm and bound newspapers to street maps and police records. Perfect for someone interested in how real-life events can inspire and shape your own writing . Age 16+
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Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet takes place on Friday, 11 December 2026.
Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet is held at Mitchell Library in Glasgow ( North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN).
Entry to Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mitchell Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet can be booked via eventbrite.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Howdunnit is a workshop with author Graeme Macrae Burnet at Mitchell Library, focusing on researching novels. Burnet will discuss his research methods for his works, followed by hands-on workshops led by library staff on using the library’s archives for personal writing projects. This event is suitable for those aged 16 and over.
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Join us for an afternoon of research and discovery as award-winning author Graeme Macrae Burnet discusses the archival and other kinds of research he carried out when writing his novels Benbecula and His Bloody Project. This is followed by two hands-on workshops led by library staff into using the Mitchell Library’s archives and newspaper collections to research your own novel. We’ll share tips for exploring the library’s vast resources, from microfilm and bound newspapers to street maps and police records. Perfect for someone interested in how real-life events can inspire and shape your own writing . Age 16+
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North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN
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When is Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet?
Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet takes place on Friday, 11 December 2026.
Where is Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet taking place?
Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet is held at Mitchell Library in Glasgow ( North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN).
How much are tickets for Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet?
Entry to Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mitchell Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet?
Tickets for Howdunnit: How to Research Your Novel with Graeme Macrae Burnet can be booked via eventbrite.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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