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What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
Karly from St James' Primary asks Ross about his inspiration to continue writing.
  1. What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
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    What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
  2. Stuck and The Incredible Book Eating Boy
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    Stuck and The Incredible Book Eating Boy
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  11. Reading from The Boy Who Made Monsters
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  12. Walking and talking
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