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GHOSTS AND GHOULS
In November and December we are reading a selection of ghost stories. You can leave a post on any aspect of this topic here. Cliff McNish, author of Breathe, will be giving a live web chat on 13th November 7.00 - 8.00. Please leave advance questions for Cliff in the discussion strand 'Cliff McNish - live webchat'
390 2008/11/13 20:13
by Mathew
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SHAKESPEARE in CHILDRENS LITERATURE
This month we are reading books on the theme, Shakespeare in Children's Literature. Josh Lacey will be giving our live forum on 17th July 7.30 - 8.30. Questions may be left in advance.
351 2008/07/17 20:42
by Nikki Gamble
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Myth and Magic
This forum is dedicated to the discussion about books on the theme 'Myth and Magic'. Read one of e the recommendations from our reading guide or leave a post about a personal favourite.
361 2008/06/23 19:56
by Luke Slater
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VISIONS OF AFRICA
In March we are reading books on the theme 'Vision sof Africa'. Comments are invited on all aspects of this theme. We are interested to hear about books you have read for your own pleasure or to children. Are there any issues that you have found problematic? Perhaps you have read one of our recommended books with a reading group in school or at the library. If so, we'd like to hear about your experiences.
565 2008/08/13 19:52
by berlie doherty
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Terrorism and Teen Fiction
This month's emotive subject deservs our thoughtful consideration. Simon Barrett's reading guide has details of some recent titles and highlighs potential areas for discussion. Our live forum guests are Cathy Forde and Nicky Singer (30th October).
484 2007/10/30 22:16
by Nikki Gamble
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ENVIRONMENT
This month we are reading books that deal with environmental issues. John Brindley, author of, Rule of Claw, will be giving the live forum session on 20th September. Posts can be left in this forum
544 2007/12/11 12:55
by Nikki Gamble
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Russia: Tradition and Revolution
In August we are reading books on the theme Russia: Tradition and Revolution. Please post your comments, questions and reflections in this forum.
265 2007/08/29 21:08
by Nikki Gamble
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Chris Riddell
In July we are reading books written and illustrated by Chris Riddell. Chris has also agreed to give a live forum on TUESDAY 17th JULY 8.00 - 9.00. All are welcome. You will meed to register and login to post a comment or question.
370 2007/07/17 21:15
by Sarah McIntyre
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Michael Rosen Live Forum
This is strand is dedicated to the live forum discussion with Michael Rosen, the new Children's Laureate. The discussion will take place on Monday 18th June 8.00 - 9.00 pm. You may also leave questions here in advance.
142 2007/06/20 14:57
by maria c thomson
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Alternative Histories
In June we are reading a selection of books which present Alternative Histories. Luke Slater has produced a reading guide based on the recommended titles, which you will find in 'Resources' area of the Write Away website. Add your comments here or start your own discussion strand.
870 2007/06/30 00:21
by Luke Slater
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Linda Newbery: History and Houses
In this strand we are discussing books written by Linda Newbery, winner of the Costa Award, Children's Book category. Add your posting to an existing topic or start a new discussion thread. You can also read Linda's live froum session here.
1070 2007/04/19 20:09
by Leila Rasheed
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Health Issues
In May we are discussing books that deal with mental and physical health issues. Add your comments to an existing topic or post a new topic. You can download our reading here. Tabitha Suzuma will be joining us for a live forum discussion on 31st May. We hope you will join us.
12100 2007/06/18 19:30
by Carolyn Swain
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Beauty and the Beast
This strand is concerned with retellings of Beauty and the Beast in fiction and film. To post your thoughts on this topic, register and login.
1343 2007/03/07 12:24
by THEANO
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Open Forum
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Open Forum1179 2008/11/19 16:59
by Mary Pickles
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PICTURE THIS: OXFORD BROOKES
Please leave feedback about the Read to Inspire event 'Picture This' held at Oxford Brookes University on 12th November. Names of everyone leaving feedback will be entered into the draw to win £100 of children's books. Good luck.
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