The Front List: Ruth Jones

Co-creator of beloved sitcom Gavin and Stacey (and acting force behind the iconic Nessa), Ruth Jones knows the power of a great story. The actor, writer, and comedian has perfected the art of telling beautiful tales packed with complex characters and gripping plots. But how does she make audiences cry with laughter one moment, and weep with empathy the next? Find out as Ruth discusses both her writing craft and uplifting new novel, By Your Side, with the internationally bestselling crime writer, Val McDermid.

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Categories: Biography, Humour, Non-fiction

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The Front List

The Front List series returns for the second year at McEwan Hall, in partnership with Underbelly, to present an expanded series of exciting events, representing the breadth of the Book Festival’s offering, with a host of star studded authors…

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