Crowthorne and Sandhurst

Renowned author Salley Vickers visited Sandhurst Library on Wednesday, April 25.

Salley is the author of the bestselling Miss Garnet’s Angel, Instances of the Number 3 and Mr Golightly's Holiday.

Salley spoke about how she began writing, her novels and the recurrent themes that run throughout them.

She spoke of her love of art and her preoccupation with the effect the death of a loved one can have on people.

Visitors to Sandhurst Library commented that they had been inspired to read more of Salley's novels and after the talk she answered questions from the audience and went on to sign copies of her books.

As well as writing her third novel, she is also working on the story of the Book of the Common Prayer, the Church of England's authorised form of worship for over 300 years.

Salley has also worked as a university lecturer of literature, specialising in Shakespeare.

In addition to writing, Salley is also a trained analytical psychologist and talks widely on the connections between literature, psychology and religion.

Ruth Burgess, Head of Libraries and Information, said: "Salley's visit proved very popular with more than 50 people coming along to meet her.

"I know that everyone who attended found the talk fascinating and really enjoyed hearing about Salley's inspiration for her novels."

Bracknell Forest Borough Council ~ Sandhurst