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Andrew Grieg, From Columnist to Novelist, and Mrs Gaskell

Mariella Frostrup presents the books magazine.

Andrew Grieg
Scottish poet and author Andrew Greig talks to Mariella about turning his hand to a new genre for his latest novel, that of the thriller; and also explains how the poet in him informs the novelist.

From Columnist to Novelist
Cristina Odone and Anna Blundy discuss whether already being columnists made the transition to novelists easier; and the difference skills involved in writing to a much longer length.

Mrs. Gaskell
In a week where Cranford scoops four Bafta TV nominations biographer Jenny Uglow profiles its author Elizabeth Gaskell.

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30 minutes

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  • Sun 23 Mar 2008 16:00
  • Thu 27 Mar 2008 16:00

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