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Writing – when why how?
The writers discuss their approach to writing.
  1. Writing – when why how?
    09:26
    Writing – when why how?
  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. What is the Nowhere Emporium?
    00:45
    What is the Nowhere Emporium?
  10. Don't Kvetch
    01:55
    Don't Kvetch
  11. Questions from schools
    08:43
    Questions from schools
  12. Emily's Books
    02:27
    Emily's Books
  13. My Heart
    01:52
    My Heart
  14. Cardboard Cowboys reading
    05:01
    Cardboard Cowboys reading
  15. The World of the Crossing
    08:03
    The World of the Crossing
  16. How Books Start
    06:40
    How Books Start
  17. What motivates writing and how do you develop ideas?
    04:19
    What motivates writing and how do you develop ideas?
  18. What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
    01:13
    What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
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