What happens when we read? What is it that we get from losing ourselves in a novel? Does reading actually improve our wellbeing?
Join Joanne Harris for this special event for Cymera, as she explores the impact of being a reader by sharing some of her favourite books and the influence they have had in her life.
She will be in conversation with Philippa Cochrane who is the Head of Reading Communities at Scottish Book Trust. We will also be joined by Dr Sarah McGeown from the University of Edinburgh who will share some of the fascinating insights into these questions from the ongoing Reading and Wellbeing research project.
About the event
Running time: 55 minutes followed by a book signing
Venue: Pleasance Upper Hall
Price: £5/£3 concession - In Person - or £3 Live Stream - (plus 50p booking fee)
This event takes place in person and is broadcast via live stream.
A recording of this event will be available to catch-up on our YouTube until Sunday 14th July 2024. Ticket holders and weekend pass owners will receive the catch-up link automatically after the festival. Please keep an eye on your SPAM.
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