Here is a condensed and edited history of Sallyann and her life journey so far...

Sallyann is passionate about words, writing and people. As a young mother she devised, launched and produced a regional UK magazine. She went on to become a successful copywriter with major clients, such as W H Smith, Benckiser Limited (makers of Finish, Vanish and Calgon) and many other organisations, publishers and charities. She also wrote two business titles - Writing Great Copy and Getting More Business.

The high pressure of business highlighted the many folk who suffer ill health through stress and Sallyann was inspired to find ways to help people deal with their stress through practical tools and techniques. She qualified as a Stress Manager and developed workshops and seminars on stress management as well as leading adult education courses. And the same month she graduated from the University of Plymouth, her book Using Relaxation for Health and Success was published.

Her passion for words and love of people led her to more training and to realise the therapeutic power of writing in terms of physical and spiritual wellbeing. And her latest book, The Magic of Writing Things Down, co-authored with Canadian based therapist Mary Wood, is out now.

She is an inspirational presenter and writer with a priceless message to impart. Like me, I know you will gain much joy, peace and inspiration from her work for which she is a true personal example.

Stephen Wood