(fiction writer, Malaysia; born in Malacca) is associate professor at the Malaysian National University, and teaches creative writing at the Malaysian National Academy. His publications include several collections of short fiction, among them Dunia Belum Berakhir (1989); Datangnya Macam Malaikat (Heinemann Books, 1982); Jeneral (PF 13, 1992). Dr. Othman, a graduate of the Sultan Idris Teacher's Training College in Perak, has written many books on literary theory, creative writing, children's literature and Malaysian literary history. His latest book, forthcoming from Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, is Landas Kreativiti: Penulisa Cerpen. He is actively involved in the regional scene, leading workshops, judging competitions, giving talks throughout Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam. The Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Malaysia is providing his grant support.
Countries
Malaysia
Languages
Malay
Session
1996