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Owen Preston Andrews (OPA)


Reading Banned Books
Hey everyone! I'm currently reading 1984 , a famously banned book. This got me thinking about other children's and young adult books that...
opaandrews
Feb 251 min read
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Why We Celebrate Black History Month: A Time to Learn, Reflect, and Read
Hey everyone! February is officially Black History Month, which makes it the perfect time to read, reflect, and learn. Did you know this...
opaandrews
Feb 201 min read
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How Twilight Sparked My Love for PNW Settings
Hey everyone! With Valentine's Day, I thought it’d be cool to talk about a love story that's quite different from your typical romance,...
opaandrews
Feb 132 min read
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Stretches and Movement Breaks for Writers
As writers, we’re often tied to our desks, focused on our creative worlds. While it may seem like sitting requires little effort, it...
opaandrews
Feb 52 min read
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Funko Pop and Character Merch
Did you know that the playful and wildly popular Funko Pop! vinyl figures we see everywhere today started in 1998? Founded by Mike...
opaandrews
Jan 292 min read
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Behind the Scenes with Jaws: How Setbacks Fuel Creative Success
In the world of cinema and literature, what audiences often see is the polished end product. Very few people know the challenges that...
opaandrews
Jan 222 min read
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The Power of Persistence
Hello everyone! This weekend, I performed with Kids X Anon at a local event. This was a step in my recovery journey after a couple of...
opaandrews
Jan 141 min read
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"Drive" - Inspired by SZA - The Power of Character in Music
Hey everyone! I recently had the incredible opportunity to be in my sister’s music video for "Drive," an inspired by project by SZA's...
opaandrews
Jan 81 min read
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New Year, New Books: 2025!
Hey everyone! Welcome to another year of thrilling stories and love of books! This year, I’ve challenged myself to read ten books outside...
opaandrews
Jan 22 min read
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5 Spooky Holiday Movies to Watch This Winter
If you’re anything like me, you love mixing your holidays with something spooky. There’s just something about combining warm cocoa and...
opaandrews
Dec 24, 20242 min read
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Krampus: The Spooky Legend Behind Christmas
When we think of Christmas, we usually picture Santa, reindeer, and cozy holiday traditions. But did you know there's a spooky side to...
Owen Andrews
Dec 17, 20242 min read
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From Family Fun to Film Awards: The Story of Johnny Jr.
Hey everyone! I’m excited to give you a behind-the-scenes look at Johnny Jr. , a short film written and directed by my sister, Lily...
opaandrews
Dec 10, 20243 min read
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5 Spooky Holiday Writing Prompts
The holiday season is here! With it comes Christmas lights and all those fun winter traditions. Adding winter-themed writing prompts to...
opaandrews
Dec 2, 20242 min read
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Why Reading 20 Minutes a Day is a Game Changer for Kids
Staying home for Thanksgiving break? Why not grab a book and have some cozy family reading time on the couch? Add a mug of hot cocoa, and...
opaandrews
Nov 26, 20241 min read
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Fun Ways to Share Stories at Thanksgiving
Hey everyone! With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get creative with your family traditions. One way to...
opaandrews
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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How National Novel Writing Month Got Me Into Writing Novels
Hey everyone! November National is Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). If you’ve never heard of it, it’s when writers all over the world try...
opaandrews
Nov 12, 20242 min read
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A Feast for Your Imagination: Thanksgiving Writing Prompts for Kids
Hey everyone! November is here, which means two big things I love: National Novel Writing Month and Thanksgiving! Families will gather to...
opaandrews
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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My Top 10 Favorite Halloween Costumes
Halloween will soon be here! For me, it’s always been more than just a night of candy and spooky decorations. What I love most is the...
opaandrews
Oct 30, 20243 min read
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Five Eerie Audiobooks to Keep You Shivering
I’ve always loved a good eerie story—something that gives you goosebumps and leaves you thinking about it long after the book is done....
opaandrews
Oct 22, 20242 min read
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Inktober: How Drawing Tells Stories
Inktober is a month-long challenge where artists—or anyone—create ink drawings based on daily prompts throughout October. It’s a great...
opaandrews
Oct 15, 20242 min read
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