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How did you plan the structure of the novel?
Pupils want to know how Holly's own experiences help her writing.
  1. How did you plan the structure of the novel?
    02:38
    How did you plan the structure of the 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. Questions from Linlithgow Academy
    05:02
    Questions from Linlithgow Academy
  12. Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
    09:12
    Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
  13. Writing Haikus
    08:00
    Writing Haikus
  14. Would any of your characters make a good therapet?
    01:05
    Would any of your characters make a good therapet?
  15. S is for Scots
    03:30
    S is for Scots
  16. Wizards of Once reading
    04:24
    Wizards of Once reading
  17. Making the change
    03:33
    Making the change
  18. Brian’s writing and favourite books
    04:33
    Brian’s writing and favourite books
  19. Chae is Dr Who
    05:39
    Chae is Dr Who
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