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‘I feel CONFIDENT, STRONG & indestructible!’

Fern Britton is the perfect example of why it’s never too late to try something new. After years as one of the country’s best-loved TV presenters, in her early 50s, Fern decided to try her hand at writing novels – and this June she’ll release her ninth.

‘My autobiography came out when I was 51 and it did really well,’ she explains. ‘So they asked me if I’d like to write a novel. My editor held my hand all the way through the first one and then said, “Right, now you’re on your own!”’

It’s clear to see that life off-screen is agreeing with Fern, 62, who’s comfortable with her new life choices, including relocating to Cornwall permanently. She’s

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