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orandoyle.com

Children's fiction writer

Tag: #WPlongform

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10 writing fails: My life in bad writing

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Out of my depth: Observing East Timor’s Independence Vote

1999. I’m a young writer seeking adventure. I find it, but soon wish I hadn’t / Photo essay / Longform blogpost

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10 writers share their physical experiences of writing & their body responds! / Writing & living advice / Longform blogpost

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The outsider asked Ulla if she wanted to hear a story. She said yes. Two months later Ulla was dead. / True crime / Longform blogpost

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An alternative Famous Five novella: Five Go Adventuring with helicopter Parents! / Humour / Longform blogpost

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I support #CoverKidsBooks because kids books supported me

I support #CoverKidsBooks because kids books suppored me as a child. / Memoir – essay / Reading time: 6 mins (1200 words)

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