Author Lynne Reid Banks has died of cancer at the age of 94. The writer penned books including The L-Shaped Room and The Indian in the Cupboard. Ms Reid Banks attended St Theresa’s school in Effingham before taking up writing professionally. She lived in Shepperton. By News|2024-04-05T13:11:40+01:00April 5, 2024|Local News|0 Comments Share This Story, Choose Your Platform! FacebookTwitterRedditLinkedInWhatsAppTumblrPinterestVkXingEmail About the Author: News Related Posts Croydon Council has hit back at claims it’s about to sell off its historic Fairfield Halls. Croydon Council has hit back at claims it’s about to sell off its historic Fairfield Halls. The final phase of safety works at Putney Bridge will be completed in the next few weeks. The final phase of safety works at Putney Bridge will be completed in the next few weeks. Catwalk at care home in Barnes spreads some much-needed winter warmth. Catwalk at care home in Barnes spreads some much-needed winter warmth. Heathrow airport bosses say it has recorded its busiest January ever. Heathrow airport bosses say it has recorded its busiest January ever.