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How to be a writer
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Michael Morpurgo introduces himself and tells the audience, "Do not start on a story with an empty page".
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  4. Everything is cool!
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  5. The Elephant in the Garden
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  6. Q&A with Michael Morpurgo
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  15. Writing Tips with... Catherine Rayner
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    Writing Tips with... Catherine Rayner
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