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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. Introduction
    04:05
    Introduction
  3. Genre
    08:41
    Genre
  4. The World
    05:53
    The World
  5. Drawing out the secret character
    05:00
    Drawing out the secret character
  6. Character and story
    08:16
    Character and story
  7. Stuff
    07:22
    Stuff
  8. Obstacles
    04:05
    Obstacles
  9. Choices
    10:01
    Choices
  10. Summary
    01:58
    Summary
  11. Writing Tips with... Catherine Rayner
    08:13
    Writing Tips with... Catherine Rayner
  12. Stories are people
    01:59
    Stories are people
  13. Flirting and locker room talk
    06:28
    Flirting and locker room talk
  14. Relationship Behaviour
    01:57
    Relationship Behaviour
  15. Balloons!
    02:59
    Balloons!
  16. Names and Questions
    07:57
    Names and Questions
  17. Reading of The River
    04:08
    Reading of The River
  18. Questions from schools
    04:02
    Questions from schools
  19. Dealing with Racists
    01:11
    Dealing with Racists
  20. A bit of a read
    04:28
    A bit of a read
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