Do you belong to a Reading Group in or around Bognor? Why not get reading novels written by three award-winning authors, all of whom have strong local connections with West Sussex, then come along  to Bognor Library in March to join us for an fun and friendly evening of readings, conversation, and a chance to discuss your questions about the books.

DATE: 19th March 2012

TIME: 7.30pm

PLACE: Bognor Library

Gabrielle Kimm’s debut novel, His Last Duchess, was published by Little, Brown in 2010 and was long-listed for the RNA Novel of the Year. Her second novel, The Courtesan’s Lover, shortlisted for the Impress Prize, was released in November 2011. Gabrielle lives and works in Sussex.  As well as her writing, she is also an English teacher, and has taught in a number of local schools.  The Courtesan’s Lover – this passionate story resounds with historic truth and makes for a vibrant journey around the Naples of the past - (Italia! magazine)

Isabel Ashdown’s debut novel Glasshopper was twice named in the press as one of the best books of 2009. Her second novel, Hurry Up and Wait, was published by Myriad in June 2011. Isabel grew up in East Wittering, and the Sussex Coast continues to be an important influence in much of her writing. Her prize-winning entry to the Mail on Sunday Novel Competition was described by judges Fay Weldon and John Mortimer as ‘magnificent’ (Glasshopper, 2009).

Jane Rusbridge, winner of the Philip Lebrun Prize, is published by Bloomsbury. Her first novel, The Devil’s Music, was nominated for the 2011 International IMPAC Literary Award. Her second, Rook, is set in Bosham and published in August 2012. The Rusbridge family has farmed in the local area for generations and Jane gains much of her inspiration for setting and atmosphere from the Wittering seascapes.  ‘A highly original, fresh, new talent of rare quality’ – The Lady

Books will be available to buy at the special event price of £5, signed by the authors.