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A Good Read: Arlene Phillips and Jocelyn Jee Esien

Arlene Phillips, choreographer and Strictly Come Dancing judge, and Jocelyn Jee Esien, comedian and star of the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Little Miss Jocelyn, talk to presenter Harriett Gilbert...

Arlene Phillips, choreographer and Strictly Come Dancing judge, and Jocelyn Jee Esien, comedian and star of the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Little Miss Jocelyn, talk to presenter Harriett Gilbert about the books they love. Arlene's recommendation is Heartbreak Hotel, by Deborah Moggach. Jocelyn chooses Prisoner to the Streets by Robyn Travis. And Harriett brings So Long, See You Tomorrow by William Maxwell.
Produced Beth O'Dea

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