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School days and writing
Janice chats to Brian about growing up in Coatbridge and how he began writing.
  1. School days and writing
    07:07
    School days and writing
  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. Audience questions
    03:17
    Audience questions
  12. Introducing us to new historical figures
    02:35
    Introducing us to new historical figures
  13. The World of the Crossing
    08:03
    The World of the Crossing
  14. Brian’s writing and favourite books
    04:33
    Brian’s writing and favourite books
  15. Rachel’s books and inspirations
    06:29
    Rachel’s books and inspirations
  16. Our Tower reading
    06:12
    Our Tower reading
  17. Gil's bug hospital
    05:28
    Gil's bug hospital
  18. Keeping Up With Michael
    01:39
    Keeping Up With Michael
  19. Developing your voice
    02:24
    Developing your voice
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