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Social media and influencers
Alan gives his thoughts on the pros and cons of the social media age.
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    03:10
    Social media and influencers
  2. Ghosts of Heaven
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    Ghosts of Heaven
  3. Spirals and cave art
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    Spirals and cave art
  4. The beginning of writing
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    The beginning of writing
  5. The teenage brain
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    The teenage brain
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    Writing realistically
  7. Reading
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    Reading
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    Into a dark cave
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    Questions near
  10. Questions far
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    Questions far
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    How Does Your Own Personal Experience Shape Your Writing?
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    Draw the Light Ship
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    What Can Boys Learn From This Novel?
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  15. Prez
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  17. Walking and talking
    02:23
    Walking and talking
  18. A Dog with Nice Ears
    07:10
    A Dog with Nice Ears
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    06:29
    Rachel’s books and inspirations
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