BROMYARD author Roger Lewis has received formal recognition from America's prestigious Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, which awards the Emmys, in respect of the material contribution his biography, The Life and Death of Peter Sellers, made to the Emmy-winning film of the same name.

"The wit, style and rigor of your work made our efforts a pleasure and privilege we are unlikely to experience again," wrote screenplay writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely, who won an Emmy for their adaptation of Roger's book.

A large crate arrived at Roger's home, containing a framed certificate from the Academy for contributions to the Emmy Award-winning achievement'.

"I was so thrilled to receive a framed certificate," he said. "I really wasn't expecting it."

The movie took eight years in production, but was worth the wait as it has received 17 awards and 22 nominations since its release.

"I loved the film," Roger said. "It's a great rollercoaster of a movie which stars Charlize Theron, Emily Watson and Stephen Fry among other big star names."

Roger's biography of the late Anthony Burgess - best known for his novel A Clockwork Orange - also found recognition in 2002.