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Theresa Breslin - Author
Theresa is a former librarian and a prize winning author brought up in Kirkintilloch and now lives in Lenzie, Dunbartonshire."Be true to yourself."
Stirling Castle because of its history, and the fantastic view of the castle you can see from outside Stirling. The view from the castle is also magnificent!
I think that Scotland is still firmly rooted in its Celtic heritage very much through stories and storytelling.
My characters are partly based on real people. Divided City is based on friendship in the face of prejudice. Simon's Challenge is based on the closure of a steelworks.
Illustrations are very important in my books. The Dream Master series is enhanced enormously by the illustrations.
The Carnegie Medal means the most to me as it is reckoned to be the most prestigious award in Children's Literature.
Better to ask my readers!
One reader said that when he read Whispers in the Graveyard he thought that I was inside his head.
The benefits to young people by such organisations like Guiding are companionship, information, and opportunities to extend your horizons. They also give a sense of self worth, a sense of adventure and an outstanding variety of experiences.
Definitely the huge variety of experiences that Guiding gives to the girls!
I would have to say that they need to find the right book! There is such a choice and there will be something to attract everyone.
Be true to yourself.
I am a fanatical reader. I also like walking, travelling or visiting old castles and graveyards!
Sail a boat on the South China Sea.
Jo in Little Women.
To find out more about Theresa please see www.theresabreslin.co.uk
