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Edinburgh International Book Festival
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Every August, Edinburgh fills with writers and big thinkers from all over the world, here for weeks of talks, readings, and lively debate. It's one of the great gatherings for anyone who loves books and ideas, with a much-loved children's programme running alongside the main events.
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Edinburgh International Book Festival
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Every August, Edinburgh fills with writers and big thinkers from all over the world, here for weeks of talks, readings, and lively debate. It's one of the great gatherings for anyone who loves books and ideas, with a much-loved children's programme running alongside the main events.
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About Edinburgh International Book Festival
Major annual literary and ideas festival held every August in Edinburgh, bringing together writers and thinkers from around the world for talks, readings, debates, workshops, signings, and a renowned children's programme.
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Major annual literary and ideas festival held every August in Edinburgh, bringing together writers and thinkers from around the world for talks, readings, debates, workshops, signings, and a renowned children's programme.
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