James Yorkston & Malachy Tallack with Nicola Meighan

Enter a world of songs and stories as we chat to Scottish writers who are passionate about music alongside musicians who’ve also written books. Singer-songwriter from Fife’s East Neuk, James Yorkston, is a master of the folk tradition, an original member of the Fence Collective who has produced records with a variety of contemporary artists. Also a talented writer, James introduces his third novel, Tommy the Bruce, which follows the tale of a bedraggled hotel owner in Perthshire who faces unexpected ghosts in the guise of a new friend. Acclaimed author who grew up in Shetland and now also lives in Fife, Malachy Tallack, remains fascinated by places and the people who are attached to them. In his latest novel, That Beautiful Atlantic Waltz, which is accompanied by a gorgeous new album of original songs, he returns to the islands to explore the life of a lonesome man whose fire for country music has burned amidst an otherwise unfulfilling life. Hear more about these brooding protagonists and the crossovers between writing and music in an event hosted by journalist and BBC Radio broadcaster, Nicola Meighan.