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Dreamcatcher by Manvi Bhatia, Qatar
Hello! I am Manvi Bhatia, an IB student from Qatar. I usually write dystopian descriptive pieces. However, in this story I got out of my comfort zone and explored a new territory. ‘Dreamcatcher’ describes Ishaan’s journey to fame—a rags to riches tale, developed around an Indian setting. Do let me know if you like it.
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‘The Gathering’ from Jenny England from Sydney, Australia
They knew instantly when they heard the barking that something must have gone amiss. Luckily, the back door was not locked so they could let themselves in….
‘House of Mirrors’ by Jenny England from Australia
Matt pushed his way through the exit gate, paused for a few seconds then turned to check on Casey. “Hurry up!” he shouted to his little brother. Casey carefully stepped out of the carriage that had just delivered them back from their third ride on the Roller Coaster. “I’m coming,” he shouted back toContinue reading “‘House of Mirrors’ by Jenny England from Australia”
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Writer and Philosopher Stuvan Sarin Speaks to the Magic Diary Family
Stuvan, who has initiated a’ Caring is Sharing’ campaign at the age of six, was invited to speak about his vision as a writer, his philosophy of life, and his role in conflict resolution. You will be amazed to hear this six-year-old speak.
Romania’s Cristina Costea talks about “Beyond the Night Sky”
You have already met Cristina Costea from Romania. Romanians are known for their vivid imagination and intense spirituality, which they have expressed through their architecture, music, crafts, and traditions. Cristina is from that breed, intense but soft spoken.
Mane’s and Ani’s moving, heartfelt stories from Armenia
These two beautiful people, Mane Mehrabian and Ani Sargsyan, are from distant Armenia. Armenia is the smallest of the former Soviet republics. It is bounded by Georgia on the north, Azerbaijan on the east, Iran on the south, and Turkey on the west.
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More about Storyteller Jenny England, adjudged the Author of the Month (Oct 2020) by Magic Diary
Storyteller Jenny England has been adjudged the Author of the Month (Oct 2020) because of her gentle, easy, yet engaging storytelling style. Be it a poem or a short story, Jenny exhibits equal expertise in both and is a particularly sensitive writer when it comes to weaving tales for children. Five of her poems forContinue reading “More about Storyteller Jenny England, adjudged the Author of the Month (Oct 2020) by Magic Diary”
The story of the secret recipe for Nastar by Johanes Halim from Singapore
Author Johanes Halim had fond memories of helping his mother bake cakes and pineapple cookies when he was a kid. it so happens that his wife also makes them pretty well. Here’s the recipe of Nastar, made of yolk, butter, flour and sugar with pineapple filings. Enjoy…
More about Storyteller Elin Babcock, adjudged the Author of the Month (Sept 2020) by Magic Diary
Storyteller Elin Babcock has been adjudged the Author of the Month (Sept 2020) because of the creative range of her work and her versatility.
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