Booker Prize nominee praises his school teachers
Luke Kennard, who grew up in Chard, is shortlisted for the award for his novel Black Bag.
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"It just can't be exaggerated how much difference a teacher can make when they find a kid who has a passion for their subjects."
— Luke Kennard , Celebrity
"It was the teachers that I had who really encouraged my writing- that's quite foundational."
— Luke Kennard , Celebrity
"He was the first person who really got me to take my writing seriously."
— Luke Kennard , Celebrity
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Luke Kennard, who grew up in Chard, is shortlisted for the award for his novel Black Bag.
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