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Chris Riddell on his first Goth Girl book
In his last event as Children's Laureate, Riddell answers questions from the audience.
  1. Chris Riddell on his first Goth Girl book
    06:33
    Chris Riddell on his first Goth Girl book
  2. Nicholas Hytner: How Iraq shaped audience reaction to Henry V
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  5. James Rhodes' dedication to the people of Manchester
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  6. Lucy Worsley: Did Jane Austen ever have sex?
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