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Iberospherical
Stories from Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking lands and cultures
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Iberospherical is a publication for stories from Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking lands and cultures.

Editors
Go to the profile of Matthew Clapham
Matthew Clapham
Professional translator by day. Writer of silly and serious stuff by night. Also by day, when I get fed up of tedious translations. Founder of Iberospherical.
Writers
Go to the profile of Tanya Akkari
Tanya Akkari
I am versed in writing, criminology, criminalistics and international affairs. I write about them all, as well as literature. I hope you enjoy my writings!
Go to the profile of Mimosa Days
Mimosa Days
Ex-lawyer; language and literature tutor | Underlit angles on traditional topics | Subversive sometimes
Go to the profile of R C Hammond 😎
R C Hammond 😎
Still learning to be human. Dog dad. Practicing husband. "A day without laughter is a day wasted." C. Chaplin. Reach me by email: rhammond2448@yahoo.com
Go to the profile of Michael Burg, MD (Satire Sommelier) 😬
Michael Burg, MD (Satire Sommelier) 😬
The “MD” & “um” in Medium, and the “er” in wisenheimer | Doctor Funny editor/czar | Sultan of satire | disgraced former parking lot attendant
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Nichola Scurry
Australian human living in Barcelona, writing mostly about popular culture with a twist of quirky. If you like my writing, I like coffee. ko-fi.com/nicscurry
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Kenny Minker
Policy & culture writer • MA international policy • Background in environmental analysis & urban planning
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Ann James
Her writing muse lurks in the volcanic hills amidst mustangs, marmots and jackalopes. While hiking with her dogs, Ann stumbles upon stories of dark humor.
Go to the profile of Maryan Pelland, Woman with a Pen
Maryan Pelland, Woman with a Pen
Background in journalism and a passion for helping others find their voice, I'm dedicated to the craft of writing. Real Insight! is my Medium publication.
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Thomas Wolsey
Global wanderer, Olive grove owner; Literacy and education expert. @TDWolsey www.literacybeat.com Sign up for my list https://thomas-wolsey.medium.com/subscribe
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Philip Ogley
21st century content creator
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CD Richardson
Aspiring author, inspiring termagant
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Smillew Rahcuef
One day I will stop writing on Medium. Read my stories while you can.
Go to the profile of Evaluna Primavera
Evaluna Primavera
An expat in Barcelona, Editor of Türkiye Yayını. Wanna know Barcelona hacks and explore more travel and expat tips? Follow: @evaluna.primavera on Instagram
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Janice Macdonald
At 68, I started a new chapter in my life: I moved to France. Alone. It turned out to be quite the page-turner. Still is — even when age insists on a part.
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Simone Leigh Author
Simone Leigh: writer of intelligent, steamy Romance & Thrillers. Word geek. Lover of rescue dogs and cats. One internet troll claims she is 'Beyond Redemption'.
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Joe Guay - Dispatches From the Guay Life!
Joe Guay, a recovering people-pleaser, is an essayist, actor/voiceover guy with musings on mental health, LGBTQ, humor and travel & nature as church
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Janice Harayda
Critic, novelist, award-winning journalist. Former book editor of the Plain Dealer and book columnist for Glamour. Words in NYT, WSJ, and other major media.
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Constanza Flores
Degree in Hispanic Philology, Universitat de Barcelona. I love writing about anything; however, my attention is on poetry, philosophy and book reviews.
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Livvy Skelton-Price
Owner of Sense with Cents. Columnist for The Diarist. Follow the tag 'The Netherlands Diaries.' I write about travel and budgets.
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Kimberley Silverthorne
Freelance writer for hire. Check out the best food and fiestas of Spain at https://kimberleysilverthorne.substack.com/
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Md Shahab Uddin
Explanator
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Natalie Hanemann
M.A. in Theology, obsessed with reading, hiking, and the search for meaning. I also write books and have been an editor for 25 years. NatalieHanemann.com
Go to the profile of Deborah Howze-- SP-EN translator, interpreter
Deborah Howze-- SP-EN translator, interpreter
Sign language interpreter, volunteer work, enjoys travel, music, volleyball. Interested in people, different cultures, foods. Always learning!
Go to the profile of Paola Faben Oliveira
Paola Faben Oliveira
I'm a Brazilian living in Tallinn, Estonia. I write about my life experiences, lessons and some random reflections.
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John Ryan
I share tips and reflections that have helped me because I want them to help you, too.
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Maria E Rojas
Writing for the modern world | Thinker | Sharer of stories | Musings on K-dramas | Foodie | Traveler | Former expat
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Gian Joel Forero
Hey I'm Gian, I'm a German student in the Netherlands, with an international background. I'm hoping to grow my skills as a writer during my time here
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Romulo Fisch
Retired, but alive (and kicking). Changed my life to dedicate myself to dreams and purposes left behind. These are my memories and thoughts, for what is worth.
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María Pozå
Mother, daughter, surfer and language teacher. I write in Spanish about life and stuff that is just important to be told for me, and maybe also for others.
Go to the profile of Zivah Avraham 👁️
Zivah Avraham 👁️
I write poetry, prose, fiction and fact.
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Holly Moy
Documentary maker living in Valencia. Follow me for travel writing, personal reflections on life, and anything else that inspires me to write
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Rosa Gold
✨Soulful Creative inspired by Nature & the Mystical. Life is a maze, so here to learn & share moments of clarity, creativity & self-realisation :)
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Kat De Moor
Born in Belgium, Mexican by heart. Passionate about well-being, foreign cultures, and writing. Author of "Dear Wednesday" and "Chronicles of a Longing"
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Scott-Ryan Abt
Enthusiast, in transit. Pithy bon mots of life abroad and at home, the state of the world, travel, music, food, cocktails, cleverish observations.
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Kim Baker
I am a teacher, an immigrant, and a photographer currently living in Spain. I write about international living, relationships, and learning.
Go to the profile of CosmicDancer
CosmicDancer
I love art, reading, movies and travelling. Oh... and clouds. The puffy, cotton-like kind. In no particular order.
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Luna@Latinx Bridges
Hola! I am Luna, an Afro-Latinx academic eager to express and bridge las islas of difference, indifference, hate, love, and community via creative nonfiction.
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Alex Praytor
Writer, traveler, and avid coffee-drinker. I write about life in Europe, coffee, and other musings. https://ko-fi.com/alexpray
Go to the profile of Rui Alves
Rui Alves
Language teacher, linguist, life coach, published author (joined the Army and worked for the EU). A publisher, digital ronin, musician and alchemist of sound.
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Maria Garcia
A storyteller and creative everything. Connect with me: https://t.co/G3Ci1fw78Q
Go to the profile of Isabella Solcà
Isabella Solcà
‘national geographic’ addict, traveler enthusiast, chinese beginner but most of all, elvis groupie
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Rodrigo S-C
Photographer, art gawker, musician, psychology geek, septuagenarian. You want fries with that?
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Natalie
Wife, mother, teacher, people/music lover and writer: sharing bits of her soul one story at a time.
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Andrew Gaertner
To live in a world of peace and justice we must imagine it first. For this, we need artists and writers. I write to reach for the edges of what is possible.
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João Pedro Fernandes
Poet, pizza expert, and part-time funny person writes about culture, politics, reading, and the power of the imagination. 🇵🇹 jpaf2598@gmail.com
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Carlos Garbiras
(Often Humorous, Always Brilliant, Of Course) Stories on Travel, Relationships & Art!
Go to the profile of Eleni Stephanides
Eleni Stephanides
LGBTQ+ writer and Spanish interpreter who enjoys wandering through nature, reading fiction and mental health content, speaking Spanish, and petting cats.
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Xavi Solé
Hi! Writing experiences and sharing stories about my fifties. Always learning eagerly.
Go to the profile of Mario López-Goicoechea
Mario López-Goicoechea
London-based, Cuban writer. Author of “Cuban, Immigrant, and Londoner” https://uk.bookshop.org/a/6886/9781528994293 https://acubaninlondon.medium.com/membership
Go to the profile of Adelia Ritchie, PhD
Adelia Ritchie, PhD
Author of "The Accidental Expat: A Costa Rican Adventure", science lover, contributing editor at SalishMagazine.org, expat, seeking the interesting and unusual
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Mike Howard
Michael Howard has traveled extensively in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Caribbean, & the South Seas – winning hearts and minds in and out of uniform.
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John Hunter
Reformed Banker and Attorney. Practiced Internationally. Writing at the intersection of history, culture and current events.
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Seán O'Reilly
Writing about all things related to Politics, Sports and Travel! (and sometimes Side Hustles)
Go to the profile of Margaret Gypsy
Margaret Gypsy
I am a pilgrim of life. Writing is my passion. Hiking is my obsession. History, especially food history, is my background. My writing is from my own knowledge.
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Juliette Williams
Half-Irish Londoner living in Madrid, Spain | You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one
Go to the profile of Ben Ulansey
Ben Ulansey
Writer, musician, dog whisperer, video game enthusiast and amateur lucid dreamer. I write memoirs, satires, philosophical treatises and everything in between 🐙
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Mika AM
Writer, daydreamer, procrastinator. Always late to the party but loves platypus(es)
Go to the profile of Sílvia PM, PhD 🍂🏳️‍🌈
Sílvia PM, PhD 🍂🏳️‍🌈
37x Boosted Author | Ecologist and Paleontologist | Former University Professor | Science Editor for JOM | Founder of the-science-blogger.com/
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Eunice Rabert Hernández
Hola! I'm a Cuban writer crafting a novel or two. As a top writer in some things, I explore the wild world of Cuba, Pop Culture, TV, Film, and Life. Join!
Go to the profile of Fabrizia Scapinello
Fabrizia Scapinello
Digital marketing expert with a background in Humanities. I write both fiction and non-fiction articles, mainly about humanities, technology and marketing.
Go to the profile of Connie Raley
Connie Raley
I’m here to share my stories, maybe offer some insight. Sometimes we’ll laugh, sometimes we’ll cry. It’s all the same to me: connection. I hope you enjoy!
Go to the profile of Lilliana Méndez-Soto, Pharm.D.
Lilliana Méndez-Soto, Pharm.D.
Lilliana Méndez-Soto, Pharm.D. (she/her) is a Cuban-American writer who seeks to cultivate compassion and inspire empathy. YouTube: @lillianamendezsoto
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Kerry Dooley Young
Professional journalist writing for fun on Medium. Digs kindness, art, food, cities, democracy and business. Home base is D.C., but I do like to wander.
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Patricia Gestoso
Fresh thinking about inclusion, tech, AI, professional success & systemic change through a feminist lens. Visit patriciagestoso.com
Go to the profile of Besanya Santiago Ayala
Besanya Santiago Ayala
Actor and Journalist. I make people feel things. Founder of The Jibara Story. To contribute: https://ko-fi.com/bsantiagoayala
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Ricardo Coelho
Fiction isn't really fiction, it's a means to an end through a series of truthful messages written between the lines of an imaginary narrative.
Go to the profile of Stanislava Mrkonjic, MEd
Stanislava Mrkonjic, MEd
Child war refugee grown into writer, researcher and entrepreneur. I cover life challenges, career development and the impact of language on our reality.
Go to the profile of Becca Pollock
Becca Pollock
My husband and I made the decision to move from the US to Portugal as retirees. I share insights about that journey and anything else that moves me.
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Aloma
A Classical Literature lover. You will find me in the night🦉🌃
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Author, K.D. Thorne: up close & personal from SOTB
Author, Content Writer, Online Tutor, Mom who writes authentically raw stories based on her own rich life in the US and Latin America (over two decades)
Go to the profile of Isabel Lugo Jarboe
Isabel Lugo Jarboe
Retired Spanish professor, living in Puerto Rico. Writing about mindset, mental health, aging, ageism, gratitude and culture. In a transition, not a decline.
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Mike Coe
Putting the "human" in "human interest". Excited neurodivergent in DC!
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Lisi Clark
🇺🇸🇪🇸 Bilingual writer / linktr.ee/lisiclark
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Kimberly
Writer, bipolar I disorder, guinea pig mom, and sock connoisseur.
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Ricky Lanusse
Patagonian skipping stones professional. Antarctic sapiens 🇦🇶 on https://rickylanusse.substack.com/
Go to the profile of Isabel Villasmil, MRes.
Isabel Villasmil, MRes.
Conservation biologist gone writer. Sharing my experiences in life and as a former scientist who worked in forests worldwide.
Go to the profile of Lola Rosario
Lola Rosario
Poet & Journalist 🇵🇷. Prefer being barefoot. https://lolaslines.com
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Charlie Brown
Writer of opinions. Wine & food pro. Editor of Rooted, a boostable Medium food & drink pub. Niche-avoidant. Also at thesaucemag.substack.com
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Kate Save
Russian living in Colombia, passionate about Latin American culture. I share my quirky observations, book discoveries, and language adventures.
Go to the profile of John Pearce 🌻
John Pearce 🌻
Editor of "Eco", and former editor of “Green News”, and Green Party magazine “Green World". Featured in "Ecologist". Author of “Gaia” & "The Little Green Book".
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Dave Edward Keenan
Writer of sorts. Interest in music, theatre, comedy, Youtube scripts. Buy me a coffee https://ko-fi.com/F2F6RL1T Web: www.davedwardkeenan.com
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Elle West
Reading, writing, wondering, wandering through life in a new land. Slowing down, exploring new places, and pursuing childhood dreams
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Pablo Andreu
Corporate puppeteer. Word wrangler. Support my habit: https://pdandreu.medium.com/subscribe
Go to the profile of Ali Misleh
Ali Misleh
History nerd who loves learning and writing about history and cultures. Palestinian + Muslim B.A. International Relations + History
Go to the profile of Alex Markham
Alex Markham
Classic rock/pop aficionado. Fiction and travel writer.
Go to the profile of Maliha Noushin
Maliha Noushin
"Write your first draft with your heart. Rewrite with your head."