Ullapool will always be a special place for me – a beautiful village on the shores of Loch Broom in the Highlands, with a fantastic literary festival in May each year. It was also the first book festival I was ever invited to read at, back in 2008, and I had a wonderful time. The festival is intimate and friendly, with a wide range of great writers. If you get the chance, I really recommend a visit.
Best book of 2010 - and a dog called Dixie
One US blog called Under Fishbone Clouds the best book of 2010. It’s official – dog-owners enjoy Sam Meekings’ novels!