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Nicola Sturgeon – Frankly  

 

Frankly is the compelling story of no ordinary politician. 

In this captivating memoir, Nicola Sturgeon takes readers from her working-class roots in Ayrshire to the forefront of Scottish politics as the country’s first female and longest-serving first minister. Sturgeon offers an insider’s view of key political moments, including the establishment of the Scottish Parliament, the SNP’s rise to power, the Scottish Independence Referendum, the complexities of Brexit and the unforeseen challenges of the Covid pandemic – as well as the unique challenges of being one of very few women in a high-pressure, high-visibility position of power. 

 

Chaired by Richard Moss

 

“A triumph. Frankly is the most insightful and stylishly open memoir by a politician since Barack Obama’s Dreams From My Father.” – Andrew O’Hagan

“Nicola Sturgeon tells her remarkable story with great skill and unflinching honesty.” – Alan Johnson

 

Booking Information

  • Priority Booking for Festival Friends opens at 08.00 on Friday 27th of February. Tickets go on general sale from Monday 2nd March.
  • Our concession tickets are available to Friends of the Festival, those on benefits and students.
  • Hearing loops are available for Theatre and Library events. Carers qualify for free ‘essential companion’ tickets. Wheelchair spaces are limited. In all cases, please call the Box Office on 01434 652477 to book or email: boxoffice@queenshall.co.uk.
  • Tickets cannot be refunded but can be exchanged for other Book Festival events.
  • All bookings are subject to a booking fee of £1.50 per transaction.

 

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Location

Theatre, Queen's Hall, Hexham

Date

02 May 2026

Time

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Cost

£12.50 / £10.50

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