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A first science fiction novel
Which of his books does Alastair recommend young people should read first
  1. A first science fiction novel
    00:44
    A first science fiction novel
  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. Steven Lenton's illustrations
    00:35
    Steven Lenton's illustrations
  12. Phil’s presentation
    21:56
    Phil’s presentation
  13. A reading from Elizabeth
    02:18
    A reading from Elizabeth
  14. Working with an illustrator
    02:38
    Working with an illustrator
  15. Desert island books
    02:27
    Desert island books
  16. Weather and climate
    00:56
    Weather and climate
  17. Chris McQueer – reading
    03:07
    Chris McQueer – reading
  18. Writing Haikus
    08:00
    Writing Haikus
  19. Self-Defence
    02:59
    Self-Defence
  20. Joyful Poetry
    00:53
    Joyful Poetry
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