Book, Stories And Much More At Waterstones

If you adore the magic of books — the thrill of discovery, the conversations sparked by great stories, and the joy of meeting fellow readers — then Waterstones in Eastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness has something to delight every book lover this season. From engaging book groups and fascinating talks to lively signings and cultural celebrations, it’s a place where stories come to life, and readers gather together.

Upcoming Book Events

Philip Paris Author Signing

Inverness
Saturday 4th July 11:00

Philip Paris, author of The Last Witch of Scotland, will be in the store on Saturday, 4th July 11 am to sign copies of his latest historical novel, A Fire in Their Hearts. Transporting readers into a forgotten, bloody part of Scotland's history, The Fire in Their Hearts follows Violet and Samuel, two Covenanters banished to Barbados to work on a plantation, when further tragedy strikes, threatening to separate them forever. Come along and meet the author!

Fantasy Book Group

Inverness
Saturday 4th July 14:00

Come along to our July Fantasy book group meeting on Saturday 4th July at 2pm. We will be discussing Lonely Castle in the Mirror by Mizuki Tsujimura. A beautifully wrought modern fairytale and steeped in magical realism, this Japanese bestseller sends seven teenagers into a magical castle to compete for a life-changing wish.

Storytime with Phoebe Roze

Inverness
Friday 10th July 11:00

Children's author Phoebe Roze will be in store reading her new picture book, Our Islands, about a bear on a heart-warming journey to discover if the path back home might bring the greatest of adventures and the truest of friendships. Join Phoebe for a fun storytime and activities!

Book Talk & Signing with G.R. Halliday

Inverness
Saturday 11th July 14:00

Scottish crime writer G.R. Halliday will be in store talking about his book, From the Shadows, which is soon to be adapted into a major ITV series renamed 'The Dark'. Join us for this exciting opportunity to talk with one of Scotland's best crime authors, followed by a book signing.

Scottish Poetry Reading

Inverness
Saturday 18th July 14:00

Join poets from SHIPS (Scottish Highlands and Islands Poetry Society) as they set sail on Saturday 18 July from 2.30pm launching Chris Powici’s Red Squirrel pamphlet ‘Dint’ and Lynn Valentine’s Cinnamon Press collection ‘Devil’s Piece’. Lynn and Chris will be joined by award-winning poets Cáit O’Neill McCullagh, Jon Miller and Leonie Charlton, reading poems old and new. Free event, all welcome.

Nature Talk with Charlie Bingham

Inverness
Saturday 25th July 14:00

Author Charlie Bingham will be in store on Saturday 4th July at 2pm to discuss her debut nature writing book, The Life-Affirming Magic of Birds. Both a memoir and a practical guide to slowing down and noticing what’s around you, The Life‑Affirming Magic of Birds reveals how even the smallest encounters with nature can offer a renewed sense of connection. Free event, all welcome!

Lin Anderson in conversation with Shona Maclean

Inverness
Saturday 1st August 14:00

Join us on Saturday 1st August at 2pm for the launch of Lin Anderson's latest Scottish thriller, The High Island, in conversation with fellow Scottish writer, Shona Maclean. Tickets will be available to purchase soon. The first book in the new Orcadia Mysteries series, The High Island is gripping Tartan-Noir offshoot of Lin Anderson’s acclaimed Rhona MacLeod series following DI Erling Flett.

Waterstones Inverness Events