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Characters
Both authors agree that characters in their books can take on a life of their own
  1. Characters
    01:58
    Characters
  2. Two of David's novels
    05:49
    Two of David's novels
  3. The local library
    06:12
    The local library
  4. Imagination
    04:48
    Imagination
  5. The power of words
    05:31
    The power of words
  6. Starting as a writer
    03:55
    Starting as a writer
  7. Q&A with David Almond
    05:15
    Q&A with David Almond
  8. More Q&A with David Almond
    06:48
    More Q&A with David Almond
  9. Cracking questions
    02:08
    Cracking questions
  10. The power of fantasy fiction
    04:28
    The power of fantasy fiction
  11. Creating a magical place
    06:49
    Creating a magical place
  12. Wishes
    01:04
    Wishes
  13. A question from Twitter
    01:07
    A question from Twitter
  14. The main characters
    03:46
    The main characters
  15. Discovering New Words
    03:16
    Discovering New Words
  16. Bear Moves
    02:28
    Bear Moves
  17. Rachel’s books and inspirations
    06:29
    Rachel’s books and inspirations
  18. Newton Farm Questions
    05:46
    Newton Farm Questions
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