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“And I do pay a lot of attention to how things feel underneath my feet. It's a way of transporting yourself somewhere that you're trying to write about - closing your eyes and imagining what it feels like to literally be in that space. Maybe because of this weird aura thing I find it a bit easier to put my body in an imaginary space.”

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Evie Wyld
Evie Wyld

Evie Wyld is an Australian author known for her distinctive literary style and profound character development. Her works are often set in the Australian countryside, delving into themes of family, identity, and survival. more

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