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Matt Beam Works
Writer, Teacher, Photographer
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I attempt to fill my narratives with empathy, verisimilitude, and humour.
“Beam offers a quiet, accurate, fully sketched portrait of an adolescent male facing life’s challenges.” - Booklist
Praise & Reviews of Last December
My writing style has been described at times as realistic, lyrical and visceral.
“The narrative's combination of raw language and poetic insight rings true.” - The Horn Book Guide to Children’s and Young Adult Books
Readers have praised my ability to create complex yet vivid characters.
“The contrivance of the novel-as story, ‘letter or whatever’—works brilliantly, because Steven is an intelligent, likable character with an utterly fresh and original voice.” - Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Appearances
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