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Tom Shakespeare is Access All presenter Emma Tracey's special guest for an Easter spectacular edition of the podcast.

He talks about becoming a novelist for the first time in his 50s, and why he created a disabled character to be the hero of his first non-fiction book.

He also discusses the work he is better known for - a lifetime of disability activism and research - and his profile as a commentator on issues that affect disabled people.

The episode was made by Daniel Gordon, with Niamh Hughes and Emma Tracey. The editor is Alex Lewis. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill.

To get in touch with the team, email accessall@bbc.co.uk or find us on X, @bbcaccessall .

Published on Wednesday, 3rd April 2024.

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