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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. The Great Storm Whale reading
    06:27
    The Great Storm Whale reading
  10. A sudden idea
    01:52
    A sudden idea
  11. Gill reads from Willow Wildthing and the Dragon's Egg
    05:44
    Gill reads from Willow Wildthing and the Dragon's Egg
  12. Kiran’s writing process
    05:08
    Kiran’s writing process
  13. Reading from Maddy Yip's guide to life
    09:49
    Reading from Maddy Yip's guide to life
  14. UK schools vs American schools
    02:13
    UK schools vs American schools
  15. Sue's presentation
    11:34
    Sue's presentation
  16. Audience questions
    03:17
    Audience questions
  17. Brian’s writing and favourite books
    04:33
    Brian’s writing and favourite books
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