I am an adaptive, creative writer and storyteller focused on mental health, modern phenomena, technology and social media mania. I plan, research, and write two full short story collections and two novels, aiming for a simple, slick, and efficient voice that keeps plot moving at entertaining pace. I’ve built a healthy practice of seeking constructive feedback and applying it through editing and rewrites, and I regularly prepare proposals for potential agents. Beyond writing, I’ve worked as a pint puller and cocktail slinger since 2019, and I’ve taught English as a foreign language in China, South Korea, Australia and the UK (2013–2018). This mix of bar work and teaching sharpens my communication, adaptability, and sense of rhythm—qualities I bring to every writing task and collaboration.

Ryan Norman

I am an adaptive, creative writer and storyteller focused on mental health, modern phenomena, technology and social media mania. I plan, research, and write two full short story collections and two novels, aiming for a simple, slick, and efficient voice that keeps plot moving at entertaining pace. I’ve built a healthy practice of seeking constructive feedback and applying it through editing and rewrites, and I regularly prepare proposals for potential agents. Beyond writing, I’ve worked as a pint puller and cocktail slinger since 2019, and I’ve taught English as a foreign language in China, South Korea, Australia and the UK (2013–2018). This mix of bar work and teaching sharpens my communication, adaptability, and sense of rhythm—qualities I bring to every writing task and collaboration.

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I am an adaptive, creative writer and storyteller focused on mental health, modern phenomena, technology and social media mania. I plan, research, and write two full short story collections and two novels, aiming for a simple, slick, and efficient voice that keeps plot moving at entertaining pace. I’ve built a healthy practice of seeking constructive feedback and applying it through editing and rewrites, and I regularly prepare proposals for potential agents.

Beyond writing, I’ve worked as a pint puller and cocktail slinger since 2019, and I’ve taught English as a foreign language in China, South Korea, Australia and the UK (2013–2018). This mix of bar work and teaching sharpens my communication, adaptability, and sense of rhythm—qualities I bring to every writing task and collaboration.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Storyteller
January 1, 2021 - Present
Planned, researched and wrote two full short story collections and two novels on mental health, modern phenomena, technology and social media mania. Developed a simple, slick narrative voice with entertaining pace. Built a constructive feedback loop and refined work through editing and rewrites. Prepared proposals for potential agents.
Pint puller & cocktail slinger
January 1, 2019 - Present
Provided friendly bartending service delivering drink options with a smile and a focus on customer experience.
EFL teacher
January 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Taught English as a Foreign Language in public schools, English academies and summer schools across China, South Korea, Australia and the UK; prepared and delivered English lessons using diverse techniques and media.
Storyteller
January 1, 2021 - Present
Planned, researched and wrote two full short story collections and two novels on mental health, modern phenomena, technology and social media mania. Developed a simple, slick and efficient voice for delivery of plot with entertaining pace. Built a healthy practice around fielding constructive feedback and implementing it via editing and rewrites. Prepared proposals for potential agents.
Pint puller & cocktail slinger
January 1, 2019 - Present
Got the thirsty Brits their drink of choice… with a smile.
EFL teacher
January 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Taught English as a Foreign Language in public schools, English academies and summer schools in China, South Korea, Australia and the UK. Preparing and delivering English classes using a wide variety of techniques and medias.

Education

MA Philosophy and Literature – Merit at Sussex University, Brighton
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
CELTA - Pass at Oxford House College, London
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
BA English - First at Brunel University, London
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
MA Philosophy and Literature – Merit at Sussex University, Brighton
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
CELTA - Pass at Oxford House College, London
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
BA English - First at Brunel University, London
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

CELTA - Pass
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
CELTA - Pass
January 1, 2013 - September 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services