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Ruth Jones talks to Hannah Beckerman

From Barry to the Bookshelf: A Life in Stories

Hay Festival 2026, 

We’re thrilled to welcome back the brilliant screenwriter, actor, novelist and unforgettable star of Gavin and Stacey, Ruth Jones. She captured the heart and soul of the nation with her portrayal of Nessa and won countless awards for the family of characters she created with her co-writer, James Corden. Here she chats to author and broadcaster Hannah Beckerman about her incredible career, and her most recent novel By Your Side. Join the conversation to find out what’s next for one of the best writers of our times.

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