Stevie by Wendy Erskine
A retired librarian makes a festive journey with her niece's family. New short story by Wendy Erskine about a winter journey, inspired by Schubert's song cycle. Read by Siân Thomas
A retired librarian takes a train to the city. She’s with her niece’s family, off on their annual festive day out. But Christmastime prompts remembrance of things past.
A new short story by Northern Irish writer Wendy Erskine (The Benefactors, Dance Move) about a winter journey, inspired by Schubert's song cycle.
Read by Siân Thomas
Produced by Fay Lomas, BBC Audio Wales
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- Mon 22 Dec 202521:52BBC Radio 3
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