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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. A chat with Polly Dunbar
    08:39
    A chat with Polly Dunbar
  3. Arthur wakes up
    04:49
    Arthur wakes up
  4. Arthur's brother
    04:51
    Arthur's brother
  5. Arthur's mum
    05:34
    Arthur's mum
  6. Arthur's sister
    04:20
    Arthur's sister
  7. Arthur's dad
    05:06
    Arthur's dad
  8. Arthur's Dream Boat
    08:27
    Arthur's Dream Boat
  9. Meeting the puppets
    00:44
    Meeting the puppets
  10. Taking Up Boxing
    03:04
    Taking Up Boxing
  11. How to draw a blobfish
    03:35
    How to draw a blobfish
  12. What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
    01:13
    What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
  13. Questions and Answers
    06:15
    Questions and Answers
  14. Have a go!
    01:10
    Have a go!
  15. Stories and puzzles
    01:34
    Stories and puzzles
  16. Themes of books
    03:14
    Themes of books
  17. Books and confidence
    01:08
    Books and confidence
  18. Question and Answer - Part 2
    04:39
    Question and Answer - Part 2
  19. Draw along
    10:28
    Draw along
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