Wolverhampton Literature Festival

Following the successful launch of her ground breaking novel ‘Love Susan’ A Heartfelt Exploration of Adoption Through the Eyes of the Adoptee at Wolverhampton Library on October 14th, Susan Vickers is set to be one of the headliners at Wolverhampton Literature Festival 2024. Susan responded “It's an honour… each of my books are about growing up in Wolverhampton and the journey through the turbulent times of the 1970s to the present day, as a dual heritage adoptee, I will be hoping to illuminate peoples minds in the words of my pages of how it genuinely feels to be adopted in today's world.” ‘Love Susan’ is a insightful and contemplative exploration into the world of adoption. Susan offers readers a unique and authentic understanding of the adoptee’s experience by reflecting on her own personal journey. Susan invites readers to experience adoption from a perspective often overlooked by mainstream media and prospective adopters, with the aim ‘to shed light on the complexities of adoption, offering personal insights that seek to touch the hearts of readers and broaden their understanding’. The celebration launch for ‘Love Susan’ was attended by Chris Burden, Wolverhampton cabinet member for children, young people, and education and Mayor of Wolverhampton Dr Michael Hardacre who both praised Susan for her inspirational and touching message. Susan will also be joined by Wolverhampton's Fairtrade chair Julia Farrell who will be showcasing her immersive photography illustrating love in it’s many forms. On the subject, Julia said “It’s been a privilege to be part of Susan's journey of self-discovery and Susan's photographer of choice. To be asked to be part of the wonderful Wolverhampton Literature Festival in the city I love, is a dream come true”