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Annabelle Sami in conversation with Roopa Farooki

Talking about how she makes sure of keeping in touch with her young readership
21st September, 2023
'Find creativity wherever you can. Follow it. It doesn't matter if it doesn't look right or it isn't fitting what you are doing right now, just follow the thread wherever it goes.'
Annabelle Sami

Annabelle Sami

Annabelle Sami is a writer, director, producer and performer.

Roopa Farooki

Roopa Farooki

Roopa Farooki is a novelist and medical doctor.

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