BAFTA-winning actor, comedian, writer and filmmaker Richard Ayoade has a table booked this week. And he knows the way to James's heart.

Richard Ayoade’s children's book ‘The Book That No One Wanted To Read’ is published on 6th Oct by Walker Books. Buy it here.

Follow Richard on Twitter @RichardAyoade

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Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design) and Amy Browne (illustrations).

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