AN AUTHOR of books aimed at teenagers has given a talk to pupils.

Award-winning writer Bali Rai gave a talk at Gravesend Grammar School for Girls, Pelham Road, Gravesend.

The author has written fictional books on a range of subjects including arranged marriage and people suffering abuse.

He regularly visits schools and talks about his influences and creative writing.

Pupils who are fans of his work had the opportunity to attend the talk.

He also gave a free talk at Coldharbour Library, Coldharbour Road, Northfleet.