Woman's Hour - 30/01/2009

Presented by Jenni Murray. Faith Lawrence talks to journalist Julia Eccleshare and author Charlie English about the special place that snow has played in children’s literature. Are fitness simulators the way ahead? In the midst of an alleged epidemic of child obesity is playing virtual as opposed to real tennis really such a great idea? Journalist Debbie Johnson and author Tom Hodgkinson join Jenni to debate. Over 100 councils are being threatened with legal action because they’re failing to provide support for abused women. Liz Kelly; co-author of the report ‘Map of Gaps’ and Chair of ‘End Violence Against Women’ joins Jenni to discuss the issues. Author Jill Dawson joins Jenni to discuss her new novel “The Great Lover”. Including drama: The Child in Time.