On 6 November 2025, Sally Magnusson, acclaimed broadcaster and author, presents her novel The Shapeshifter’s Daughter at Stromness Library. This contemporary retelling of the Norse myth of Hel follows Helen Firth, who returns to Orkney after forty years to reconcile with her past amidst a terminal cancer diagnosis. As Helen's journey unfolds, she encounters Thorfinn Coffin, and the mythological figure Hel becomes intertwined with her story. Magnusson will discuss the novel's themes, its Orkney setting, and the process of blending mythology with modern storytelling. The event offers an opportunity to delve into the narrative and engage with the author.