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BBC National Short Story Award 2014

John Wilson is joined by Hilary Mantel in a special edition live from the BBC Radio Theatre, as Front Row announces the winner of the BBC National Short Story Award 2014.

In a special edition of Front Row live from the BBC Radio Theatre, John Wilson and guests celebrate the short story. He'll be joined on stage by Hilary Mantel and Laura Dockrill. And chair of the judges Alan Yentob will be announcing the winner of the BBC National Short Story Award 2014 from the all female shortlist of Tessa Hadley, Rose Tremain, Francesca Rhydderch, Zadie Smith and Lionel Shriver.

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Tue 30 Sep 201419:15
BBC Radio 4

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BBC National Short Story Award

BBC National Short Story Award

The winner of the BBC National Short Story Award in partnership with Booktrust was announced live on Front Row at the BBC Radio Theatre.


You can watch the awards ceremony via the BBC Arts website. 

Hilary Mantel

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PresenterJohn Wilson
Interviewed GuestHilary Mantel
Interviewed GuestLaura Dockrill
Interviewed GuestAlan Yentob
ProducerNicola Holloway

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  • Tue 30 Sep 201419:15
    BBC Radio 4

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