Diar, Freelance Writer

Hello, I'm Diar

I'm a freelance writer based in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, with experience in content and creative writing. Capable of writing in both Indonesian and English, I cover multidisciplinary subjects in, mostly, article and blog post forms.

My Portfolio

Below are some of my previously-published content writing. More writing samples are available by request.

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IDN Times • 1 February 2024

4 Alasan Ilmiah Kita Bisa Suka Makanan Tertentu

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An article for IDN Times about scientific reasons why we love certain food.

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The Urban Mama • 7 May 2011

Kartu Memori Sederhana

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A contributing article for The Urban Mama website about an alternative to conventional diary or journal.

Aulia • 1 November 2010

20 Hal Kecil Perindah Rumah, the Green Way

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A contributing article for Aulia, a national printed magazine for muslim women, about simple yet eco-friendly things you can do to clean and decorate your house.

Brazen Careerist • 10 March 2010

(Only) Writers are Shy?

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A featured article on Brazen Careerist website about the shyness trait of writers.

Ruang Freelance • 22 February 2010

Belajar Bahasa Inggris? Buat Kamus Sendiri!

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A contributing article for Ruang Freelance website on a unique method of learning English by making your own dictionary.

Ruang Freelance • 24 January 2010

Belajar Freelance Writing dengan Seni Berperang Sun Tzu #2

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A contributing article for Ruang Freelance website about lessons from Sun Tzu's "Art of War" that are relevant for freelance writing (part two of two articles).

Ruang Freelance • 21 January 2010

Belajar Freelance Writing dengan Seni Berperang Sun Tzu #1

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A contributing article for Ruang Freelance website about lessons from Sun Tzu's "Art of War" that are relevant for freelance writing (part one of two articles).

She Writes • 4 January 2010

3 Things to Motivate You This Year

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A featured article on She Writes website about how to motivate yourself to be productive and positive.

Kabar Indonesia • 27 August 2007

Ketika Ratu Tunduk pada Kata Berlagu

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An opinion article for Kabar Indonesia website about how literature work can affect a leader and even the world.

Pontianak Post • 10 September 2005

Antara Baca dan Cakrawala

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An opinion article for a local newspaper, Pontianak Post, about what reading can contribute to your horizon of mind.