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My name is Dan Abbey. Writer + creative director.

I help people and companies tell their stories with clarity and passion.

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I’m a clear and creative writer backed by more than 20 years of professional experience. And coffee.

About Me

I’m creative director at Brevo, a verbal brand strategy and visual design agency based in Manila + Kuala Lumpur. 

I’ve been published by Esquire, the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Manifesto, and China Business News.

I run a zero-fat writing course called Write Like a Lion, Edit Like a Wolf.

I love telling stories and helping people become better writers and communicators. 

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Creative. Left field. Fun! Dan writes with personality but is also clear, dynamic and spot on when it comes to capturing our voice and message.
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Dan's work blends the strategic and creative.
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