Desert Island Discs - Marian Keyes on writing

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The writer Marian Keyes was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2017.

It’s thirty years since she published her first novel, Watermelon. Her books have sold in their millions, and many of her bestsellers have been adapted for the screen.

She spoke to Kirsty about how she feels when she’s finished writing a book.

You can listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds.

Published on Friday, 17th October 2025.

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