It's become a cliché in Britain to call somebody in the entertainment field a national institution -- but that's exactly what Dawn French is. As both comedienne and actress (the latter in both comedy and straight parts), she has become one of the best loved entertainers in the country. Her range is not wide (unlike her dimensions -- and that's the sort of joke she’d crack), but she is utterly winning in everything he does. And that quality continues in Dear Fatty, a truly entertaining memoir of an event-packed life.

Feeling poor because of recession? Feeling guilty because of global warming? Feeling like you’d quite like to tighten your belt, but aren’t quite ready to embrace DIY macramé handbags? No need to panic. Put down the economy mince and buy this book instead – it’s a blueprint for living beautifully while saving money and easing your conscience.

The Beano Annual 2009 (Hardcover).

Acclaim for Cecelia Ahern: 'A sensational debut novel that proves true love never dies' Cosmopolitan 'A wonderfully life-affirming, witty debut' Company 'Like an Irish Sleepless in Seattle and almost certainly the chick-lit bestseller of the year' In Style 'Heartwarmingly good' Heat 'A wonderfully warm and witty debut from a terrific new writer!This exceptional novel about bereavement, friendship and lost love is both heartbreaking and uplifting' Express 'A heartwarming, completely absorbing tale of love and friendship' Company.