Elected: 2025
Sally Gardner is a writer who is also severely dyslexic. She started her career in theatre as a set and costume designer. She is known for her imaginative plots and her love of history. Her notable works include the award-winning titles “I, Coriander” and “Maggot Moon,” which have earned her critical acclaim and various awards, including the prestigious Carnegie Medal. Her writing is marked by a dedication to craft and a deep love for the written word.
Fellows are nominated by peers and elected by our Council of writers – our governing Board. Being elected a Fellow of the RSL is a lifetime honour. This role gives them the opportunity to support other writers, readers and the future of literature. The RSL connects writers in the Fellowship to one another, and to a wider readership.
