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Tina Makereti
New Zealand novelist, essayist, and short story writer, editor and creative writing teacher.
This Compulsion In Us
Synopsis
Tina Makereti's collection of essays explores her Maori heritage and the profound act of writing. She reflects on her ancestors, her father, and the women who shaped her identity, navigating themes of home and cultural taonga. Makereti candidly discusses personal struggles, including living with an alcoholic and the impact of colonialism, while highlighting art's power to heal and reclaim.