# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Alexander McCall Smith at Harrogate Literature Festival (UK)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Join one of the world’s most beloved storytellers, Sir Alexander McCall Smith, as he discusses his captivating new novel, The Isle of Good Karma, the new novel in the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, The Big Cats Dance Party, and the latest installment in the 44 Scotland Street series, The Prime of Bertie Pollock.

Set between the Scottish Hebrides and the Himalayas, The Isle of Good Karma follows Mary Macdonald, a much loved teacher and crofter whose practical outlook on life is transformed when an unexpected windfall inspires an unforgettable journey. Rich with charm, humour and gentle wisdom, the novel is a celebration of travel, kindness and the unexpected ways in which new experiences can change our lives while keeping us true to ourselves.

In this special event, Sir Alexander will share the inspiration behind his various novel and reflect on the themes that have made his writing so enduringly popular. He will discuss the joy of creating memorable characters, the importance of compassion in fiction and the enduring appeal of stories that find beauty in everyday life.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrogate/alexander-mccall-smith-at-harrogate-literature-festival-uk/200030556341733
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, literary-art, parties, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 22

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Harrogate
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
- **lat**: 53.99466
- **long**: -1.54449
- **full address**: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Alexander McCall Smith at Harrogate Literature Festival (UK) being held?
  - **A:** Alexander McCall Smith at Harrogate Literature Festival (UK) takes place on Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Alexander McCall Smith at Harrogate Literature Festival (UK)?
  - **A:** Alexander McCall Smith at Harrogate Literature Festival (UK) is organized by Alexander McCall Smith.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Alexander McCall Smith at Harrogate Literature Festival (UK) is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Harrogate, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Alexander McCall Smith at Harrogate Literature Festival (UK) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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