BOOK fans are being given the chance to meet renowned Barrhead novelist Christopher Brookmyre, at Paisley Central Library.

The event on Monday, November 21 at 7pm, is organised by Renfrewshire Leisure as part of Scottish Book Week.

Brookmyre grew up in the town and has become a top author.

This personal appearance is a chance to hear him talk about his books and ask questions.

A series of events are set to be held across Renfrewshire.

The following day, Tuesday, November 22, at 2.30pm, Johnstone Library hosts An Audience with crime writer, Clare Mackintosh.

The former police officer left the force to become a journalist and author and you can hear her read excerpts from her latest novel, I See You.

On Wednesday, November 23, at 2.30pm, in Linwood Library, local community groups can enjoy a storytelling session from Ann Pitcher.

And later that day, at 7pm, author Denzil Meyrick will discuss his debut novel, Whisky From Small Glasses with local book group members, at Paisley Central Library.

The following afternoon, on Thursday, November 24, at 2.30pm, in Johnstone Library, rom-com author, Jill Mansell will read excerpts from her work and answer question on her books.

And later that day, at 3.45pm, in the same venue, young readers get the chance to meet author Paul Bristow whose book, The Superpower Project tells of two accidental superheroes and a wisecracking robot saving their town from an evil mastermind.

All the events are free and anyone interested should log on to www.renfrewshirelibraries.co.uk or contact their local library for more information or to book a place at the events.