SURREY - - A panel discussion on how writers interpret love and loss is at the heart of an event at Guildford Library next Wednesday, March 5. The panel discussion, part of Surrey Libraries' "Authors Among Us" series, will feature local authors David Slater, Tamara Veitch, Rene DeFazio and Renée Saklikar.
"Whether you are looking for a new read or are interested in writing, you are sure to enjoy this evening as you discover how great emotions can fuel creativity," reads an invitation to the event, which runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. To reserve a seat, call 604-598-7366.Slater is a South Surrey-based novelist whose The Biscuit Barrel book combines stories from his grandparents with his military research into the First World War.Veitch and DeFazio are the authors of the award-winning One Great Year.Saklikar's first book of poetry, children of air India, is available in stores and online from Harbour Publishing.