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Nathaniel Wonderful

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I am Nathaniel Wonderful, an author, translator, and analytical reader, focused on literature that rewards close attention and reflection. Born in the Czech Republic, I have spent time living in Japan and Costa Rica, and I plan to return to Japan in the near future. My interest lies in languages and their nuances, which informs both my reading and my writing.

In Czech, I have published five fantasy novels, and I am currently working on a dystopian science fiction manuscript in English. As a translator, I collaborated with the Czech publisher Dobrovský, translating two novels, although romance and young adult fiction are not my preferred genres.

My reading and writing are guided by analysis rather than emotion; I engage with texts intellectual
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Nathaniel Wonderful I haven't personally experienced writer's block, but I do find it challenging to write in a language that isn't my native one. Balancing my own vision…moreI haven't personally experienced writer's block, but I do find it challenging to write in a language that isn't my native one. Balancing my own vision with the expectations of readers is a different kind of challenge. I focus on expressing my thoughts clearly while also considering how to engage and satisfy my audience.(less)
Nathaniel Wonderful The idea for my most recent book came from a combination of real-world observations, including people’s psychological reactions, nature, and my studie…moreThe idea for my most recent book came from a combination of real-world observations, including people’s psychological reactions, nature, and my studies of history and mythology. A significant source of inspiration has also been my wife.(less)
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From Czech to English: Meet Divine Tragicomedy

Hello, Goodreads readers! I’m thrilled to bring my work to you in English after self-publishing five books in Czech between 2019 and 2023. My name is Nathaniel Wonderful, and I write literary fiction laced with fantasy—not for the masses, but for those who savour rich language, morally grey characters, and stories that mirror the harshness of reality beneath a veil of symbolism.

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