The Bookmonger Presents: A Whisky Tasting & Conversation with Author Natalie Jayne Clark

📅 Wednesday, January 22nd at 7:30 p.m., Doors open at 7:15pm.
📍 The Bookmonger, Bearsden

A cosy literary evening just ahead of Burns Night!

About the Evening

Join us at The Bookmonger for a special whisky-tasting experience and conversation with Natalie Jayne Clark, author of the darkly funny and bestselling crime-lite novel The Malt Whisky Murders.

Natalie will guide guests through a tasting tour across three iconic whisky regions of Scotland, while sharing her whirlwind journey to publication, including landing both a pre-emptive book deal and a literary agent within a week of pitching at the Bloody Scotland crime writing festival.

This relaxed, flavour-filled event combines stories, spirits, and conversation in The Bookmonger’s warm and intimate setting.

About the Author

Natalie Jayne Clark is a neurodivergent author, poet, and producer based in Perth, Scotland. Her debut novel, The Malt Whisky Murders, became the fourth bestselling title at the 2025 Edinburgh International Book Festival, was shortlisted for the Bloody Scotland Debut Prize, and was selected as one of Waterstones Scottish Paperbacks of the Year.

She also co-hosts a monthly poetry and prose open mic at the vibrant Osteria Bau Bau arts venue in Perth.

About the Book

The Malt Whisky Murders is a darkly funny, atmospheric crime-lite mystery set against the rugged backdrop of Scotland’s whisky country. Blending humour, suspense, and a lovingly detailed sense of place, Natalie crafts a story full of eccentric locals, distillery secrets, and twisty motivations, perfect for fans of warm, character-led mysteries with a Scottish spirit.

This event offers the chance to pick up the paperback edition and have it personally signed.

Your Whisky Flight

Guests will enjoy three 25ml measures, each paired with a complementary cheese tasting selected by The Bookmonger:

• Glen Scotia Double Cask Bordeaux Wine Finish — Campbeltown

• Ardbeg 10 Year Old — Islay

• Benromach 15 Year Old — Speyside

A beautifully varied tasting tour across Scotland in one evening.

What’s Included in Your Ticket

• A guided whisky tasting with three premium 25ml pours

• Curated cheese pairings from The Bookmonger

• A lively conversation and Q&A with author Natalie Jayne Clark

• The option to add the paperback of The Malt Whisky Murders

• Book signing and the chance to chat with the author in a warm, intimate setting

Why Come Along

• A Unique Experience — Whisky, storytelling, and bookish conversation all in one night

• Exclusive Access — A bespoke, intimate bookshop event with space to connect with the author

• Warm Vibe — All readers welcome; participate as much or as little as you like

• Perfect Timing — A pre–Burns Night celebration of Scottish culture, crime fiction, and great whisky

Tickets

• £40 – Admission + Whisky Tasting

• £45 – Admission + Whisky Tasting + The Malt Whisky Murders (Paperback)

Refund Policy (Event Cancellation)

In the event of cancellation, refunds will be issued for the admission portion only. The cost of the book (based on its retail price) will be deducted from the total ticket price, and the book will still be yours to keep. No refunds will be offered if the customer needs to cancel for any reason, but we can try to resell your seat given enough notice.