Such Stuff: A Story-Maker’s Inspiration by Michael Morpurgo, £12.99
Michael Morpurgo, the nation’s favourite storyteller and author of War Horse, shares the secrets and inspirations of his novels. In this insightful collection he shows us where some of his best loved stories have begun and how they took their shape. What made him first think of writing from the point of view of a horse and how did glimpsing another horse carved into the chalk downs end up as the White Lion in the title of book?
Each piece, covering 20 of his most popular novels, combines a revealing essay from Michael himself along with extracts from his books, historical context and illuminating background information from Michael’s brother Mark. Combined with stunning illustrations from Michael Foreman, photographs and facsimiles throughout, this really is a book to treasure for adults and children alike.
CAROLINE REECE
WATERSTONES KENDAL
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