Crowthorne and Sandhurst

Two authors will be visiting Bracknell Forest Council’s libraries in May, to talk to local bookworms about their work, experiences and inspirations.

On Wednesday, May 6, Veronica Stallwood will be speaking at Sandhurst library, and on Thursday, May 7, Fran Sandham will be speaking at Crowthorne library.

Veronica Stallwood is the author of the Kate Ivory mysteries - about a historical novelist from Oxford who helps to solve crimes around the colleges, libraries, parks and waterways of the city. She has also written two other suspense novels.

Fran Sandham will be talking about his 3,000 mile trek from the Skeleton Coast in Namibia to Zanzibar. The journey was documented in his critically acclaimed book Traversa: A solo walk across Africa. The book was serialised in the Sunday Times, and his subsequent talks have been described as witty and engaging.

Cllr Alan Kendall, executive member for Crowthorne & Sandhurst education and libraries, said: "We are always pleased to welcome authors and fans of their books to our libraries.

”There are nine libraries across Bracknell Forest which do far more than just lend books. There are talks, story telling, free internet access and reading groups as well. Visit your local library to find out more.”

Tickets are available for £2 from the relevant library or by calling Sandhurst library on 01252 870161 or call Crowthorne library on 01344 776431. The ticket price includes refreshments.

Bracknell Forest Council ~ Crowthorne & Sandhurst