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What was your childhood like as the daughter of such an important writer? - Children and Books PodCast

17m · Children and Books · 11 Jul 14:00

Behind every person who believes in them self is a parent who believed first. And that's what we're talking about today with Jenny England, what it was like for her to grow up as Joan Lingard's daughter and carry these works with her. She told us what it was like to grow up with such strong role models, to have so many exciting books at home and even what it was like to read her mother's books in school. Enjoy listening and we look forward to your feedback!

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