About this episode

Dawn French discusses her writing routine, favorite snacks, and shares insights into her literary preferences in a Q&A format.

Comedian and author Dawn French joins Simon and Matt for our Q&A episode. We learn about her writing routine, favourite snacks, her love for Kae Tempest's writing, the people she always shares her book with first - and - who she'd invite to her fantasy dinner party. We also surprise Dawn with a question from the poet, Donna Ashworth! Remember you can email us anytime: booksoftheyear@yahoo.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Simon Mayo, Matt

Guest: Dawn French

Topics covered

• comedy
• writing routine
• favorite snacks
• literature
• Q&A
• dinner party

Keywords

• Dawn French
• writing routine
• Kae Tempest
• Q&A
• comedy
• books

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