Description: Such Stuff: A Story-maker's Inspiration by Sir Michael Morpurgo, Michael Foreman, Michael Morpurgo Michael Morpurgo, the nations favourite storyteller and author of War Horse, shares the secrets and inspirations of his novels. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This insightful collection is the perfect gift for Michael Morpurgo fans who want to understand how writing works and where stories begin. Revealing essays from Michael about more than twenty of his most popular novels are combined with key extracts from his books along with historical context and illuminating background information from Michaels brother Mark. Stunning illustrations from Michael Foreman, photographs and facsimiles complete the immersive experience. Notes From the award-winning and hugely popular childrens author, comes an inspiring anthology of essays and extracts for readers of any age who want to learn the secrets of story-telling. Author Biography Michael Morpurgo has an unparalleled reputation as a childrens storyteller. He was Childrens Laureate from 2003 to 2005, has written over 100 books and is the winner of many awards, including the Whitbread Childrens Book Award, the Smarties Book Prize, the Blue Peter Award and the Red House Childrens Book Award. His books are translated and read around the world and his hugely popular novel War Horse is now both a critically acclaimed stage play and a highly successful film. Michael and his wife, Clare, live in Devon. Visit Michaels website at: Michael Foreman is one of the worlds leading illustrators. He has won several major awards, including the Kate Greenaway Medal twice. His titles for Walker Books include The Mozart Question, Beowulf, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Mias Story, Say Hello and A Childs Garden. He lives in South West London. Review "From the first sentence of a Michael Morpurgo book, you know you are in the hands of a natural storyteller." -- The GuardianThis is totally absorbing - find out how one of our greatest storytellers gets his inspiration. This collection of essays gives a revealing insight into how writing works and where stories begin; its a brilliant way to inspire children to write. […] This is a superb book which really takes the reader inside the authors mind, showing just how he came to write such great novels, and what inspired him. A brilliant classroom resource and a good read for any age. * Parents in Touch *...I found it brilliant. This book has a good structure and is very interesting. [...] A must for Morpurgo fans. * Junior News and Mail *fans 10+ will be fascinated to learn the stories behind the stories, in his own inimitable words. * angels & urchins *"Throughout, Michael Foremans illustrations complement and enhance the writing. This book is well produced , easy to read and I cannot recommend it too highly to students and teachers." * SLA *Award-winning former Childrens Laureate Michael Morpurgo gives all those who love his books a fascinating behind-the-scenes introduction to how he came to write twenty of them. While each story and the inspiration for it is very different, the simple and attractive format of the book makes a brilliant and coherent whole. Michael Foreman, who has illustrated so many of Michael Morpurgos books, has added wonderful new illustrations for his volume. An inspiring and invaluable book for all budding writers. - One of LoveReadings Books of the Year 2016 * Julia Eccleshare. LoveReading * Details ISBN1406373672 Pages 384 Publisher Walker Books Ltd Year 2017 ISBN-10 1406373672 ISBN-13 9781406373677 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-07-06 Media Book Audience Age 12 Illustrator Michael Foreman Imprint Walker Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.914 Short Title Such Stuff Language English Subtitle A Story-Makers Inspiration Author Michael Morpurgo UK Release Date 2017-07-06 AU Release Date 2017-07-06 NZ Release Date 2017-07-06 Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:116397436;
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Book Title: Such Stuff: a Story-Maker's Inspiration
Item Height: 198mm
Item Width: 129mm
Illustrator: Michael Foreman
Author: Sir Michael Morpurgo
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Topic: Children & Young Adults, Anthology
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Publication Year: 2017
Genre: Children & Young Adults
Item Weight: 305g
Number of Pages: 384 Pages