This series contains typescripts of, and associated working papers for, introductions written by Ian Rankin. The working papers include development and editorial notes. Administrative papers and correspondence relating to some of the works are also included.

The introductions are arranged in three sequences based on the work being introduced: ‘Introductions by Ian Rankin to his own works’, ‘Introductions by Ian Rankin to literary works of others’, and ‘Introductions by Ian Rankin to non-literary works of others’.

Introductions by Ian Rankin to his own works. Folios 1-47.

Entries are arranged into two sequences based on the series of novels: ‘Rebus Novels’ and ‘Other Novels’. Under each sequence, the entries are arranged alphabetically by the title of the corresponding work. Entries are all typescripts, some in emails, and some with author’s annotations.

Rebus Novels. Folios 1-33. 'Black and Blue’, 2016 introduction, with author's annotations. Folios 1-3 'Black and Blue’, introduction for 2005 reissue, printed in 2016. Folios 4-7. 'Black and Blue’, introduction for 2005 reissue, with author's annotations. Folios 8-10. 'Dead Souls', introduction for 2005 reissue. Folios 11-13. 'The Falls', introduction for 2005 reissue. Folios 14-16. 'The Hanging Garden', introduction for 2005 reissue. Folios 17-19. 'Let It Bleed', introduction for 2005 reissue, with note. Folios 20-22. 'A Question of Blood', introduction for 2005 reissue. Folios 23-25. 'A Question of Blood', 2003 introduction, in an email to Katherine West at Orion. Folio 26. 'Resurrection Men', introduction for 2005 reissue. Folios 27-29. 'Set in Darkness', introduction for 2005 reissue. Folios 30-32. Note of Ian Rankin regarding 2005 introductions. Folio 33.

Other Novels. Folios 34-47. 'The Flood', 2005 introduction, in an email to Orion. Folio 34. 'The Flood', 2005 introduction. Folios 35-38. 'Watchman', 2003 introduction, final draft. Folios 39-41. 'Watchman', 2003 introduction, earlier draft, with annotations by Rankin. With related working and research notes by Rankin on ‘Watchman’, including diary entries. Folios 42-47.

Introductions by Ian Rankin to the literary works of others, with related developmental notes and correspondence. Folios 48-124.

Entries are arranged by the surname of the author of corresponding work. Entries are largely typescripts, and some include related developmental notes and administrative materials.

Connelly, Michael, 'The Black Echo'. Folios 48-51. Annotated typescript, 2017, with author's annotations. Folios 48-51. Research notes on novel. Folios 52-53. Crumley, James, 'The Last Good Kiss'. Folios 54-64. Annotated typescripts, 2015, with author's annotations. Folios 54-60. Research and working notes, 2015, of Rankin. Folios 61-63. Note, 26 June 2015 from Peter at Rogers, Coleridge, and White Literary Agency regarding introduction. Folio 64. Fleming, Ian, ‘For Your Eyes Only’, for Vintage Classics. Folios 65-74. Annotated typescript, 2013-2014, with author's annotations. Folios 65-68. Research notes on the novel and Ian Fleming, 2013. Folios 69-73. Administrative correspondence, 15 November 2013, to Rankin from Charlotte Knight of Vintage Classics. Folio 74. Greene, Graham, 'The Confidential Agent’, 2005. Folios 74-77. Typescript, 2005. Hogg, James, ‘The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner’. Folios 78-97. Typescript, 2007, revised draft. Folios 78-82. Annotated typescript, 2007, first draft, with author’s annotations. Folios 83-87. Research notes on the novel and working notes of Rankin, 2007. Folios 88-97. Lehane, Dennis, ‘Shutter Island’. Folios 98-101. Typescript, 2003, ‘Dennis Lehane: An Appreciation’, by Ian Rankin. Folios 98-99. Research notes on the novel, 2003. Folio 100. Email correspondence, 2003, with Michael from Scorpion Press. Folio 101. Powell, Andy, 'Eyes Wide Open: True Tales of a Wishbone Ash Warrior'. Folios 102- 103. Typescript, 2015 ‘Foreward by Ian Rankin’. Spark, Muriel, 'The Hothouse by the East River' (Berlin edition). Folios 104-111. Typescript, 2017, with author's annotations. Spark, Muriel, ‘Symposium’. Folios 112-114. Photocopy from publication, 2006. Rintoul, Fiona and Susan Kemp, ‘Let’s Pretend: 37 Stories about (In)fidelity’. Folios 115-118. Annotated typescript, 2008, with author's annotations. Folios 115-116. Working notes, 2008. Folio 117. Administrative correspondence, 11 July 2008, from Fiona Rintoul of Wee Press. Folio 118. Various authors, ‘Shattered: every crime has a victim', a collection of short stories. Folios 119-123. Annotated typescript, 2009, entitled 'Forgotten Voices' by Ian Rankin. Folios 119-121. Includes correspondence with Maureen McKellar, Campaign Manager of the Victim Support Scotland Fundraising Campaign. Folios 122-123. Unidentified Work (likely a Hayakawa Pocket Mystery). Folio 124. Typescript in email, 2003, 'A Message from Ian Rankin to Celebrate 50 Years of the Hayakawa Pocket Mystery Series’.

Introductions by Ian Rankin to non-literary works of others. Folio 125-134.

Entries are arranged by the surname of the author of the corresponding work. Entries are all typescripts, and some include related correspondence.

McLean, Stuart, ‘Cookin’. Folios 125-127. Typescript, 2006, 'Cookin Foreward' by Ian Rankin. Includes correspondence from Stuart McLean.

Regild, Christopher, unidentified photography collection Folios 128-129. Typescript, 2001, in an email to Christopher Regild.

Skinner, John, 'Rebus's Favourite: The Deuchars Guide to Edinburgh Pubs'. Folio 130. Typescript, 2007, ‘Foreword by Ian Rankin’.

Vettriano, Jack, 'Jack Vettriano: Studio Life'. Folios 131-134. Annotated typescript, 2007, 'Jack Vettriano: Secret Desires' by Ian Rankin, with author's annotations. Includes correspondence from Kate Burkhalter (editor).

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