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A Lot Of Children, Like I Did, Move Away From Words Because Of The Fear - Which Is Something You Have To Take Out Of Education: The Fear Of Worrying About What Marks You'll Get, Detention, Worrying About Letting People Down, Your Parents, Teachers.

Like Most Writers, I Sit In A Room And Scribble A Story And You Don't Have A Connection With The People Who Take Your Story, Whether It Be To The Stage Or To The Screen.

I Think There's Something About Studying A Book Which Will Kill It If You're Not Careful.

Encouraging Young People To Believe In Themselves And Find Their Own Voice Whether It's Through Writing, Drama Or Art Is So Important In Giving Young People A Sense Of Self-worth.

Remember To Write For Yourself, Not For A Market And Give Yourself Time To Develop Your Own Style, Your Own Voice. It Takes A Lifetime. Enjoy It!