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Writing historical fiction
How do you write about people who lived long ago?
  1. Writing historical fiction
    03:58
    Writing historical fiction
  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. Is it easier or harder to write a trilogy?
    01:45
    Is it easier or harder to write a trilogy?
  12. Reading The Gruffalo in Scots
    06:54
    Reading The Gruffalo in Scots
  13. What are you favourite things about books?
    01:20
    What are you favourite things about books?
  14. Rachel’s books and inspirations
    06:29
    Rachel’s books and inspirations
  15. Joyful Poetry
    00:53
    Joyful Poetry
  16. Re-imagining Scottish folklore
    01:48
    Re-imagining Scottish folklore
  17. Acting and Writing
    05:49
    Acting and Writing
  18. Characters and Themes
    04:51
    Characters and Themes
  19. Cracking questions
    02:08
    Cracking questions
  20. Dealing with Racists
    01:11
    Dealing with Racists
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