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My latest book,

Shadows and Light: The Extraordinary Life of James McBey

The first ever biography of Scottish artist-adventurer James McBey.

"magical & mesmerising"
— The Press & Journal

In pictures:

The James McBey Exhibition 2023

The Aberdeen Art Gallery exhibition based on my book ran from 11 Feb. to 28 May 2023.

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— The Scotsman

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author

journalist

film maker

I am a Glasgow-based journalist (currently working as a Senior Producer for Al Jazeera English digital) and author. I have reported from cities across the world, including Beirut, Cairo, Freetown and Madrid.

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Books.

I have worked as both author and editor. My recent book on James McBey was published by Scotland Street Press in 2022.

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praise for 'Shadows and Light'

'magical & mesmerising'
The Press & Journal
'James McBey ... has found a new champion in the journalist and writer Alasdair Soussi.'
The Guardian
'fascinating'
Jan Patience, Art columnist, Sunday Post

Journalism.

Political and social affairs in Scotland and the UK are my jam. I also have a journalistic passion for everything Middle Eastern.

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Short Films.

In recent years, I have added film making to my skills, shooting shorts for Al Jazeera's social media platforms.

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