A notion for a story is for me a confluence of real events, historical perhaps, or from my own memory to create an exciting fusion.
Michael MorpurgoI was brought up, as a lot of kids are, on 'Aesop's Fables,' 'Brothers Grimm,' 'La Fontaine,' all those sorts of things. Hans Christian Andersen is a hero of mine.
Michael MorpurgoEncouraging 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.
Michael Morpurgo