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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. Eoin's little brothers
    05:02
    Eoin's little brothers
  3. Getting revenge on his brothers
    04:15
    Getting revenge on his brothers
  4. Pee! Pee! Pee!
    06:20
    Pee! Pee! Pee!
  5. Magic moments
    09:47
    Magic moments
  6. Q&A with Eoin Colfer
    05:40
    Q&A with Eoin Colfer
  7. More Q&A with Eoin Colfer
    04:23
    More Q&A with Eoin Colfer
  8. The story rollercoaster
    00:58
    The story rollercoaster
  9. Reading of The River
    04:08
    Reading of The River
  10. A first science fiction novel
    00:44
    A first science fiction novel
  11. Scottish words and questions from schools
    08:09
    Scottish words and questions from schools
  12. Fan fiction of your life!
    01:05
    Fan fiction of your life!
  13. Using Scotland as a setting
    01:06
    Using Scotland as a setting
  14. Becoming an Author
    00:58
    Becoming an Author
  15. Boogie Woogie Buggy
    01:41
    Boogie Woogie Buggy
  16. What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
    01:13
    What inspired Ross MacKenzie to continue with his series of books?
  17. Reading from The Boxer
    01:42
    Reading from The Boxer
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