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Daniel Poon

As an aspiring sustainability expert, I hope to use short stories as a form of reflection, an expression of thought, and a method of political and social commentary.

I have a keen interest in exploring the works of the Islamic Golden Age, and some of my favourites include those of Omar Khayyam and al-Ma'arri. My other academic interests include political philosophy and green energy technology.

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Published works

Short Fiction
 5 min

Tranquillity

Daniel Poon

It transpired in an instant—imperceptible to the senses but profound in consequence. One moment, the Earth revolved as it always had, immersed in the ceaseless tumult of human endeavour, each ...  [+]
Long Story Short Award 2024
Short Fiction
 5 min

Where the Falcon Went

Daniel Poon

The sea burned beneath them. Columns of smoke rose from shattered hulls, blotting out the horizon. The sky, once blue, was now a black lattice of flak bursts. Where their squadron had been moments ...  [+]
Long Story Short Award 2025