SCOTLAND has captivated storytellers for centuries. From the windswept moors of the Highlands to the gritty streets of Glasgow , every corner of the country has found its way into literature, resulting in thousands of works of fiction. 6 The Isle of Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides, is among the places that have inspired books 6 The famous Trainspotting was set in Edinburgh To mark Book Lovers Day, today, VisitScotland has analysed over 11,500 books on the Goodreads database to reveal readers’ top-rated reads set in Scotland - and the regions most frequently depicted in literature.
While the top regions include the Highlands, Edinburgh & The Lothians, and Glasgow & Clyde Valley, there are many hidden gems that inspire writers, including islands like St. Kilda and South Uist. Marc Lambert, Chief Executive of Scottish Book Trust says: “Scotland’s wild landscapes and dramatic history have been a rich source of inspiration for writers for centuries and readers around the world continue to be drawn to the literature of our country.
There’s a long tradition within the Scots and Gaelic languages for storytelling inspired by place, and our writing talent continue to find a creative energy here.” Here are the top five Scots spots that feature in fiction: READ MORE IN TRAVEL PIPE DREAM Inside the iconic tourist event that attracts thousands to Scotland every year SANDS AMAZING Six Scots beaches among best in UK with idyllic dunes & clear turquoise water 1. The Highlands - 2,815 b.