Blake to highlight the wit and wisdom of Fry

Written By: Katie Allen Publication Date: Mon, 23/05/2011 - 09:22 John Blake is to offer an unofficial guide to the witticisms of actor, TV presenter, writer, comedian and noted Twitter-phile Stephen Fry. The Wit and Wisdom of Stephen Fry, to be published in October, will be “a collection of the master’s bon mots”, according to the publisher. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-05-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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