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The Wicked Young Writers Award Sparks Memories of Books Loved as a Child

Gina Beck | Posted 21.07.2012 | Home
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Gina Beck

Magic and animals seem to have been the major themes of my favourite books whilst growing up, and luckily I can find both in Oz! But there was another witch that whet my appetite for magic at an early age, and she is Mildred Hubble, the main character in Jill Murphy's series 'The Worst Witch'.

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You Don't Have to Be a Book Worm to Enjoy a Good Book

Rachel Tucker | Posted 21.07.2012 | UK Entertainment
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Rachel Tucker

You might be shocked to know, but my love of reading a book from start to finish has only just happened in the last 2-3 years.

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Moving on From War Horse and Discovering Young Writing Talent

Michael Morpurgo | Posted 16.07.2012 | Home
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Michael Morpurgo

Well, the film of War Horse came and went, much loved by many, less loved by others. I thought it was a wonderful adaptation of the story, as the play is too.

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