Eden Van Leeuwen

The Quiet Magic of The Great North: An Autistic Perspective As a child, I was obsessed with the beautiful clarity that is silence. At the pool, I’d spend as much time as possible with my head submerged, just to hear nothing. Wrapped in the comforting weight…

The Quiet Magic of The Great North: An Autistic Perspective
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#autism #writingcommunity #thegreatnorth #asd

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Just put up a flash fiction post on my Pateron. I would really liked if you joined. I post a new piece every month. www.patreon.com/posts/can-i-...

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My submission to Aurealis was rejected, at least they gave me some feedback.
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I'm debating whether or not I want to start a new comic. Decisions, decisions.

I'm just taking a break from novel writing, I'm writing blog posts and I have a Youtube channel. I'm not totally absent from the writing scene.

In 1672 the Dutch ate their Prime Minister for failing them. Perhaps the Australian public should take inspiration from that.
#australinpolotics #australia #dutchaustralian

Good job, I am currently querying my book at the moment and another one on the fire. Though I'm taking a bit of a break at the moment from writing, all the stress from writing was giving me massive jaw pain.

YouTube video by Happy Fan Girl 2 Part 3: Writing Child Characters and The Annoyance Factor

Part 3: Writing Child Characters and The Annoyance Factor
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My short story is currently unreview, I'm trembling with anticipation #writingcommunity #writing

Just submitted my manuscript to 2026 Victorian Premier's Literary Award for an Unpublished Manuscript. Wish me luck.

Why Our Unwritten Seoul Is the Most Honest Take on Internalised Ableism Yet Author’s Note: Before beginning this article, I want to acknowledge a critical issue: disabled individuals in Australia do not have true marriage equality due to the Partner Income Test. The Disabi…

Why Our Unwritten Seoul Is the Most Honest Take on Internalised Ableism Yet

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#ablesim #k-drama #korean #disability

Been reaching out to production houses that showcase disabled lives, asking them to run a 1-min ad exposing the harsh reality of DSP poverty & the cruel partner income test. What more can I do? #DSP #DisabilityRights #PartnerIncomeTest #loveonthespectrum

Two short story rejections. No views on my new YouTube video and I have a cold. What a day.

YouTube video by Happy Fan Girl 2 Part: 2 Stop Writing Boring Kids—Make Them Disturbingly Memorable

They’re Small, Innocent… and Terrifying: How to Write Truly Creepy Children
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I'm so annoyed by my politicians. They asked me how I was affected by the income partner test. As if I can't be concerned for people if it doesn't affect me. The test keeps people with abusive partners and is just cruel.

#disability #australia

I did it, at 65,000 words I have finished my book. I need to celebrate.

One more chapter to rewrite and I am done with my book.

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YouTube video by Happy Fan Girl 2 Part 1: Mastering Environment to Build Authentic Child Characters

Unlock the Secret to Writing Realistic Child Characters – #1 Tip Revealed!

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The only good thing about being emotionally devastated by Squid Games is that it’s been fuelling my writing. I am three chapters away from being finished.

I am emotionally devastated by the end of Squid Games. I cannot stop crying.

A Free Wonderland of Art, Play & Imagination Awaits Your Kids in Melbourne! In Melbourne free activities can be hard to come by. The Royal Gardens, while stunning, aren’t exactly inviting when you’re battling the icy-cold or scorching heat. For an immersive, climate-…

A Free Wonderland of Art, Play & Imagination Awaits Your Kids in Melbourne!
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#familyfriendly #melbourne #fun #interactive

End the Partner Income Test #disability #australiangoverment

Polished, Professional, Precise – Proofreading by Eden Van Leeuwen www.fiverr.com/s/DBWyl8V

50,000 words proofread, 15,000 to go.

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YouTube video by Happy Fan Girl 2 This Simple Stitch Made My Projects Look Professional I Blanket Stitch Tutorial

Blanket Stitch Made Stupidly Simple — Even Kids Can Do It
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#handsewing #sewingtips #blanketstitch #needlework

I did it, now I've only got ten chapters to go before I'm finished my fifteenth draft of my book.

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Chaos or Control: How You Write Matters Every story begins the kiss of inspiration from the muse, before you’ve even written a single word. From that moment, a choice emerges: to follow the muse with abandon, or map it out with pre…

Chaos or Control: How You Write Matters
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Crafting New Words Today I’m going to show how to make new words, but before we dive into creation I need to share with you some important knowledge about this craft. Creating new words is an exhausting and dau…

Unlock the Secret Art of Word Creation (It’s Easier Than You Think)
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#writingcommunity #writingtips #creativewriting #wordweaver #fantasylanguage #wordcreation #inventaword

Winter Writing: Top 3 Places To Write In Winter Winter is here and with it all the challenges it brings, one of them being how to stay warm and still be active as a writer. You could write in bed, but for many people, this is detrimental to thei…

Cold Hands, Blank Page? These 3 Winter Writing Spots Will Melt Your Writer’s Block.
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