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When Gavin Met Stacey and Everything in Between

A Story of Love and Friendship

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When Gavin Met Stacey and Everything in Between

By: Ruth Jones, James Corden
Narrated by: Ruth Jones, James Corden
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Brought to you by Penguin.

*THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BEST SELLER*

READ BY RUTH JONES & JAMES CORDEN.

For the first time, go behind the scenes of the beloved TV show Gavin and Stacey with a funny and heartwarming tale of love and friendship from the BAFTA award-winning writers Ruth Jones and James Corden. In this audiobook, hear Ruth and James in conversation like never before.


This is a story about how Ruth and James turned their little show about ordinary life into a full-on cultural phenomenon.

As they recount the rejection, obstacles and challenges they faced along the way, Ruth and James explore the journey of their real-life friendship, the show and the relationship between Nessa and Smithy that had the nation glued to their screens.

Full of revelations and anecdotes to working scripts, this one-of-a kind memoir takes you behind the scenes of one of the most iconic and beloved shows in British television history. In this audiobook, hear exclusive messages from the cast of the show as they react to the final episode. Here are the details of what’s occurred every step of the way, from initial pitch to final day of filming, and all the love that followed.

When Gavin Met Stacey and Everything in Between is the perfect final chapter in this incredible story and is essential listening for all Gavin and Stacey fans.

LISTENERS LOVE WHEN GAVIN MET STACEY AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN:

'A must-listen for any Gavin and Stacey fan' *****

'PROPER TIDY!!!' *****

'A lovely walk down memory lane' *****

©2025 James Corden and Ruth Jones, with permission from BBC Motion Gallery/Getty Images (P)2025 Penguin Audio

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A warm, funny behind-the-scenes ... a nostalgic treat.
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Both Ruth and James have done another amazing job telling us the story of our favourite show. You will laugh, cry and of like me be devastated it finishes.

Heartfelt, beautiful journey

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Loved listening to these two friends having a chat, with some insights thrown in too. I laughed and cried as I listened, and have gone back to start watching the series from Ep 1 Season 1 all over again!

Farewell

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This was amazing and had me laughing out loud and crying in equal amounts. Tidy!

Amazing

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I laughed I cried . I felt like I was in the room with Ruth and James. Absolutely Loved it !!!

These two really are real!!

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What a fantastic story, loved listening to Ruth and James, so many memories of the episodes and such a fun way to learn about the creation of this absolute masterpiece. You will laugh and cry.

Heart-warming, emotional journey.

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This is a love letter to an enduring beautiful special funny friendship and it was a delight to have had a listen in. I laughed and I cried. Actually this is about how important it is to love your friends hard and hold on to them. Thanks James and Ruth for letting us understand how the heart of Gavin and Stacey actually comes from the heart of your friendship. Our family, my husband and I and our five kids benefit from the joy that’s infused throughout. It brings us together and we laugh. We watch an episode over and over all the time. We love you for that gift to our family.

A friendship love story

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Wonderful journey through the history of Gavin and Stacey, you can hear the genuine joy Ruth and James have working together.

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