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1. A New Challenge

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4 Extra Debut. As Ellen’s children gain independence, she feels ready for work. What could possibly go wrong? Starring Gabriel Quigley.

Ellen’s children are becoming increasingly independent.

She feels ready to take on a new challenge and return to full-time work.

What could possibly go wrong?

Gill Sims’ second comic novel about Ellen - a funny, feisty and stressed-out working-mum.

Dramatised in five parts by Christine Entwisle.

Ellen …... Gabriel Quigley
Simon / Gary ...… Stuart McQuarrie
Kathy …... Sally Reid
Mother …... Anne Lacey

Director: Kirsty Williams

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in July 2020.

14 minutes

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Tue 23 Jul 202403:45
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