For the latest Scots Whay Hae! podcast Ali spoke to singer-songwriter and author James Yorkston to talk about his latest novel, Tommy The Bruce - which is published by Oldcastle Books.
James gave a brief synopsis, before explaining why this was a story he wanted to tell, why the small-town setting is crucial, creating the central character of Tommy Bruce, the importance of understanding the motivations of all his characters, his hotel experiences, and why it is hard to escape your formative years.
The two also discuss James' writing processes, whether that be in fiction or his songs, the vital role stories play in all our lives, and why he likes to balance music and prose.
This is an insightful and in-depth conversation with a central figure in Scottish culture, and it was such a pleasure to talk about Tommy The Bruce and so much more.
Full details, including all the ways to listen, are over at scotswhayhae.com