Paisley Book Festival is seeking creative and inclusive contributions and ideas for events to be part of the programme for the 2026 Festival, taking place between 15 – 17 May.
The festival seeks to showcase local writers, groups, and other contributors, and provide opportunities to develop local talent.
We would also like to hear from writers, creatives and artists who are making accessible and dynamic work for children and families (0 – 8 years) to be a part of our dedicated festival family day on Saturday 16 May.
Here are some ways you could get involved:
- Be a group host / contributor – are you a Renfrewshire based community and /or cultural organisation, project, or initiative that has an idea for an event to be part of the Paisley Book Festival programme?
- Be a professional contributor – are you a Scottish writer / artist / creative / organisation with an idea or current strand of activity that fits the remit of the Paisley Book Festival? We welcome submissions from creatives working in a variety of disciplines.
For more information and to make a proposal, visit the Paisley Book Festival website.

