Jennifer Byrne leaves the ABC as The Book Club is axed

Josie Tutty

October 13, 2017 2:15

The ABC is axing The Book Club after host Jennifer Byrne announced she’s leaving the broadcaster.

The former newspaper journalist presented the show for 11 years and her decision means the final episode, its annual Christmas special, will air on Tuesday, December 19.

Jennifer Byrne is set to leave the ABC after 11 years

In a statement, she said: “What a joy these past 11 years have been. And what a privilege to share my love of books with a wide, loyal audience on the national broadcaster. You don’t get better jobs, or better co-conspirators, than Jason and Marieke, who’ve been with me from the start.

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Josie Tutty

Josie Tutty was Mumbrella's deputy editor. She worked on the publication between 2017 and 2019. She's previously written and edited in the UK for Jungle Creations and Trinity Mirror.

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Jennifer Byrne leaves the ABC as The Book Club is axed

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