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Literacy

Authors talking about their books

Tim Bowler: 'Frozen Fire' - It all starts with a mysterious phone call and a boy who claims he is dying and needs help. As Dusty is pulled into the search for the dying boy, how can he help her solve the mystery of her own missing brother?

Mary Hooper: 'Zara' - A powerful novel about the friendship of two girls and the lengths one of them will go to to be accepted by the 'in-crowd'.

Anne Cassidy: 'Looking for JJ' - JJ has just been released from jail. She wants to start life afresh and leave her past behind her. But things do not go quite according to plan. A powerful novel about the consequences of murder in a small community.

Anthony Horowitz: 'The Power of Five: Raven's Gate' - A thrilling and supernatural tale for all Horowitz fans. Matt's unusual powers come into force when he is sent on a rehabilitation programme and discovers some sinister goings-on.

Tim Bowler talking about his book 'Frozen Fire'
DescriptionTim Bowler talking about his book 'Frozen Fire'.
Duration49 seconds
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Mary Hooper talking about her book 'Zara'
DescriptionMary Hooper talking about her book 'Zara' and her historical novel series.
Duration20 seconds
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Anne Cassidy talking about her book 'Looking for JJ'
DescriptionAnne Cassidy talking about her book 'Looking for JJ'.
Duration1 minute 25 seconds
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Anthony Horowitz talking about his Alex Rider series and 'The Power of Five'
DescriptionAnthony Horowitz talking about his Alex Rider series and 'The Power of Five'.
Duration25 seconds
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