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Donate to Scottish Book Trust: Join The Book Club

By joining our CEO's Book Club, you can support our charity's work while receiving exclusive benefits

For £1,500+ (Benefit incl. VAT: £120 + voluntary donation: £1,380+), you’re invited to join our CEO Marc’s Book Club. You'll receive a new book in the post each quarter and an invitation to join a private event with Marc and your fellow members to discuss the book at a specially selected location in Edinburgh. Previous Book Clubs have been held at the Blackie House Library and Museum and the historic Riddle’s Court.

At least two Book Club events a year will be attended by the author of The Book Club’s latest pick.

You’ll also receive:

Exclusive access to our Book Club newsletter – our CEO will send you personal reading recommendations throughout the year and provide insight into how your support is making a difference in Scotland
Recognition and thanks on our website, in our Annual Review and in Scotland’s Stories, our annual book of short stories
An invitation to our New Writers Awards, our annual showcase of Scotland’s emerging writers, with a plus one

Looking for other ways to support?

Every donation makes a difference and helps us change lives through reading and writing. Give a gift of any amount, become a monthly donor or learn more about fundraising for us.

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Being part of The Book Club is so different to what I do day-to-day and opens up a whole world of stimulating conversations. Marc's book recommendations are thoughtful and varied, the vast majority of which I'd never have found myself.

- Book Club member

A huge thank you to the following members of The Book Club:

Marian and Mark Deere

Martin Adam and William Zachs

Robert Hill

Scott Lothian

and all those who wish to remain anonymous.

How to join The Book Club

To join The Book Club, complete our online form below, or get in touch with Laura Antone on 0131 524 0160 or [email protected](this link will open in a new window)

*Memberships can be purchased for the minimum payment which is the cost of the benefits you will receive. This amount is not eligible for gift aid. Donation amounts given over the minimum payment are given as a voluntary donation and are eligible for gift aid. The voluntary donation will support the future of Scottish Book Trust.

Planning to set up your own group? Check out our tips for running a book club.

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*Memberships can be purchased for the minimum payment which is the actual cost of the benefits you will receive. This amount is not eligible for gift aid. Donation amounts given over the minimum payment are given as a voluntary donation and are eligible for gift aid. The voluntary donation will support the future of Scottish Book Trust. Please speak to the Fundraising Manager if you would like to pay the minimum amount.

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