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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. Two of David's novels
    05:49
    Two of David's novels
  3. The local library
    06:12
    The local library
  4. Imagination
    04:48
    Imagination
  5. The power of words
    05:31
    The power of words
  6. Starting as a writer
    03:55
    Starting as a writer
  7. Q&A with David Almond
    05:15
    Q&A with David Almond
  8. More Q&A with David Almond
    06:48
    More Q&A with David Almond
  9. Questions from schools
    05:40
    Questions from schools
  10. More questions
    01:42
    More questions
  11. How to draw a blobfish
    03:35
    How to draw a blobfish
  12. Draw Goldy the Gecko
    04:43
    Draw Goldy the Gecko
  13. Questions from the audience
    09:53
    Questions from the audience
  14. Wishes
    01:04
    Wishes
  15. Drawing Fruit and Veg
    04:16
    Drawing Fruit and Veg
  16. Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
    09:12
    Writing Tips with... Alastair Chisholm
  17. Poet recommendations
    02:45
    Poet recommendations
  18. Finding the bear
    01:06
    Finding the bear
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