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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. 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. Wishes
    01:04
    Wishes
  12. Hallowe'en in Scotland
    06:14
    Hallowe'en in Scotland
  13. Questions from schools
    06:15
    Questions from schools
  14. Poetry is everywhere
    14:55
    Poetry is everywhere
  15. Inspired by travelling
    14:41
    Inspired by travelling
  16. What motivates writing and how do you develop ideas?
    04:19
    What motivates writing and how do you develop ideas?
  17. Becoming an Author
    00:58
    Becoming an Author
  18. The Black Flamingo
    05:09
    The Black Flamingo
  19. Questions from schools
    06:40
    Questions from schools
  20. Writing historical fiction
    03:58
    Writing historical fiction
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