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Read more about the article The Dictators’ Teams

The Dictators’ Teams

  • Post author:Lyn Miller-Lachmann
  • Post published:December 17, 2025
  • Post category:Blog/International/Portugal
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The history of dictators using sports as a means of gaining support and loyalty during the Cold War and today, along with an audiobook sale for Eyes Open.

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Read more about the article GOAT in Exile

GOAT in Exile

  • Post author:Lyn Miller-Lachmann
  • Post published:September 23, 2025
  • Post category:Blog/Germany/International/Languages
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Novak Djokovic's recent exile in Greece and what it means when prominent athletes head for the exits.

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Read more about the article End of Year Surprises

End of Year Surprises

  • Post author:Lyn Miller-Lachmann
  • Post published:December 14, 2022
  • Post category:Blog/International/Writing
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Some unexpected end of year awards and distinctions for my YA historical novel Torch and another book recommendation of my own.

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Read more about the article Too Old to Write?
Yes, age discrimination is a thing.

Too Old to Write?

  • Post author:Lyn Miller-Lachmann
  • Post published:July 14, 2016
  • Post category:Blog/Portugal/Writing
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Why authors' careers shouldn't be as short as professional athletes' -- and what we have to contribute whatever our age.

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