Author Archives: Hannah Steenbock

About Hannah Steenbock

Hannah Steenbock is an author, dreamer, and coach. She has published several short stories in English and German, as well as one novel in German. In 2013 she started self-publishing her work. In 2014, she has won two awards for her short story "Sequoia".

Musings on Birds

It is pretty much accepted nowadays that birds evolved from a branch of dinosaurs. And that most dinosaurs had feathers. And that some of them were quite intelligent. Personally, I think it’s fascinating. You see, my family used to have … Continue reading

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The Aware Author – Noise

You may know by now that I walk to work. And in fact, I walk along a four-lane street, for about 2km. It’s safe, there is a perfectly good sidewalk that many people use, as well as a bike path. … Continue reading

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What to Write?

It’s always a bit of a decision to choose what to write next. Because while we want to tell stories that are fun to write, we authors also want our stories to be read and enjoyed – and even to … Continue reading

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The Aware Author – People

Today, I walked through town, in brilliant weather. The first warm and beautiful Sunday morning. And I observed people. I love doing that. I always learn more that I can use for my stories or characters. And I always give … Continue reading

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Introverted?

I believe I’m an introvert. I love silence. I love connecting with people through the safety of my computer screen. I think silent reading meetings are a great thing. So are libraries. And yet… when I meet someone who thinks … Continue reading

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On Writing Dialogue

I spent some time editing today. Nice time, sitting on the balcony, in my new writing place. However, editing is hard for me even in a nice place when the sun is shining and the birds are singing. Oh, I … Continue reading

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The Aware Author – Silence

This morning, it was quiet. Even though I live in a large town. And right on a four-lane street. But it was early morning on a public holiday. I could hear the birds sing in the yard, and tell which … Continue reading

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What if…

… injecting brain dead people with stem cells actually works? Yes, it’s a thing: Biotech Company Granted Ethical Permission to Use Stem Cells to Reactivate the Brains of the Dead I mean, sure, what could go wong? Of course, the … Continue reading

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The Aware Author – Rain

Today, I observed rain moving in. All it took was being aware of the clouds and the weather, while doing other things. The clouds were visible in the southwest when I got up. Sunrise was still beautiful and sunny. The … Continue reading

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Who is Joanna Steenen?

You might have noticed that new tab up in the menu. And you might have asked yourself a question. Who the heck is Joanna Steenen? Well, Joanna is me. Me with a twist. You see, Joanna write stories just as … Continue reading

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