Dominic Hoey is a poet, author and youth worker from Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa.
He’s released two best-selling novels and written a million love poems.
Through his Learn To Write Good programme, Dominic has taught thousands of writing students how to think dyslexic. He also works with rangatahi, helping to support them with their mental health and self-esteem.
He dreams of one day starting a rescue farm for wayward animals
Dominic Hoey is a poet, author and youth worker from Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa.
He’s released two best-selling novels and written a million love poems.
Through his Learn To Write Good programme, Dominic has taught thousands of writing students how to think dyslexic. He also works with rangatahi, helping to support them with their mental health and self-esteem.
He dreams of one day starting a rescue farm for wayward animals
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