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Questions from West Calder High School
Pupils from West Calder High School in West Lothian put their questions to Alan.
  1. Questions from West Calder High School
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    Questions from West Calder High School
  2. Sian Bevan introduces Jonny
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    Sian Bevan introduces Jonny
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    Video of the full event at the Scotish Book Trust

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