I’m L Dacre Tynan, an Australian author who blends thought-provoking themes, a touch of humour, and a splash of whimsy in stories that inspire young and thoughtful minds.

Dive into a world of stories that inspire, uplift, and provoke thought.

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About Me

I’ve always been captivated by the magic of storytelling. As a lifelong reader, I marvelled at the worlds my favourite authors built, and now I create my own—infused with themes of coming-of-age, resilience, found family, and uncovering truths. My writing evolves through the miscellany of curiosity, from the science of clouds and the art of coffee to basketball courts in far-flung places, bustling school spaces, and eyewear that sees through time.

Curious to know more?

[Meet the Author]

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Featured Works

📚 “The World Beneath Books” | Byline Legacies – An Anthology for Writers by Writers
A creative non-fiction piece exploring the imaginative landscapes we writers create, writing sprints, and coming up for air.

🍪 “The Biscuit Thief Will Rue the Day” | Revenge – A Collection of Short Stories
A humorous tale of office politics, biscuits, and sweet, sweet revenge.

📝 “Consider This the Second-Last Straw, Oh Night Beast”
L. Dacre Tynan tries his hand at poetry! A whimsical (and slightly fork-tongued) note addressed to the all-too-early arrival of the weekly rubbish collector. Thanks to Jaime Dill and Full Mood Mag for publishing this piece!

READ IT HERE

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From the Blog

✏️ “Why I Write Coming-of-Age Stories”
🕰️ “My Writing Routine: The Joy of Plantsing Stories”
📖 “Books That Shape My Stories”

[Read the Blog]

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What I’m Working On

🔹 Climbing Tiger Mountain
A coming-of-age novel about basketball, rivalries, and finding strength in unexpected places.

🔹 Gus in Boots
This Australian historical fiction story is set in the late 1970s to mid-80s. A new father agrees to rob a bank with his shady brother-in-law for some easy money as he navigates the challenges of supporting his son, a perfectly healthy child born without feet.

🔹 L.I.F.T
A YA Sci-Fi/Climate Fiction novel where best friends design innovative drone technology to provide early-warning forecasts for catastrophic storm events known as Cloud Bursts.

Stay tuned for updates as these stories unfold!