Well-known author Kate Long visits Blackburn Central Library on Saturday as part of the 'Here and Now' promotion celebrating the best in North West writers.

Originally from Wigan, Kate has written number one bestseller 'The Bad Mothers' Handbook' and 'Swallowing Grandma', both of which have appeared in the Sunday Times top ten best sellers' list.

Kate will give a free short talk about her books and will answer questions between 1.30pm and 2.30pm.