Singing for Mrs Pettigrew: A Storymaker's Journey

Sir Michael Morpurgo, Peter Bailey

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An spellbinding insight into storytelling from one of today's greatest writers.

An spellbinding insight into storytelling from one of today's greatest writers.This collection by the 2003-2005 Children's Laureate, Michael Morpurgo, contains short stories, essays and commentaries to illuminate the craft of storytelling. Analyzing all aspects of writing - character, plot, sources and inspiration, retelling and biography - it is perfect for anyone, young or old, who loves great stories and wants to know more about the art of telling tales.