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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. Poo communication
    02:58
    Poo communication
  3. Otter party
    02:15
    Otter party
  4. The study of poo
    04:25
    The study of poo
  5. The size of a whale
    06:32
    The size of a whale
  6. Tiger skull
    04:20
    Tiger skull
  7. Book introduction
    02:33
    Book introduction
  8. Book reading
    03:58
    Book reading
  9. Questions from the audience
    03:05
    Questions from the audience
  10. Questions and answers
    05:31
    Questions and answers
  11. Three pointers for writers
    01:10
    Three pointers for writers
  12. Phil’s characters
    05:36
    Phil’s characters
  13. Hallowe'en in Scotland
    06:14
    Hallowe'en in Scotland
  14. Names and Questions
    07:57
    Names and Questions
  15. Reading of The Squirrels Who Squabbled
    03:47
    Reading of The Squirrels Who Squabbled
  16. Creating a magical place
    06:49
    Creating a magical place
  17. Social media and influencers
    03:10
    Social media and influencers
  18. Writing Haikus
    08:00
    Writing Haikus
  19. Writing Tips with... Catherine Rayner
    08:13
    Writing Tips with... Catherine Rayner
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