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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. Prez
    01:14
    Prez
  12. A novel in verse
    01:02
    A novel in verse
  13. Alastair’s influences
    00:28
    Alastair’s influences
  14. Wishes
    01:04
    Wishes
  15. Beginnings
    01:47
    Beginnings
  16. Questions from West Calder High School
    05:42
    Questions from West Calder High School
  17. Draw the Light Ship
    05:16
    Draw the Light Ship
  18. Themes of The Infinite
    01:29
    Themes of The Infinite
  19. How to Train Your Dragon reading
    04:38
    How to Train Your Dragon reading
  20. Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
    09:12
    Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
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