User:MarisMaxMarten
| Max Marten | Writer · Researcher · Creative Artefact Developer |
About Me
[edit]Welcome to the user page of MarisMaxMarten – the Wikipedia username for Māris Caune, who writes and publishes under the pen name Max Marten. I am a South Australian-based writer, researcher, and creative professional with a background in theatre, true crime, cultural history, and community advocacy.
Writing and Research
[edit]I am currently undertaking a PhD at Swinburne University, where I am developing a creative artefact titled State of Killers: A Narrative Rebirth of South Australia's Criminal Past. This reverse-chronological true crime project explores five major South Australian criminal cases from the 1960s to the 2010s, blending nonfiction analysis with narrative and multimedia storytelling. The project incorporates:
- Practice-led research methodology
- Creative nonfiction techniques
- Reflexive narrative structure
- SHORTS vignettes – modular, cross-media storytelling units
My work often integrates first-hand experience, social commentary, and detailed archival research, with a strong focus on justice, memory, and psychological insight.
Published and Ongoing Work
[edit]- State of Killers: True Crime Reimagined – a book-length project blending lived experience, forensic documentation, and cultural analysis.
- BRAM – a historical-horror fiction manuscript rooted in WWII and Lovecraftian mythos.
- Extensive translations and interpretive work in Latvian mythology, particularly relating to Dievturība.
- Digital preservation and educational content relating to Baltic spiritual traditions.
Community and Advocacy
[edit]In addition to writing, I have been deeply involved in regional arts and heritage projects. I played a key role in the restoration and adaptive reuse of the McLaren Vale War Memorial Hospital, combining creative tourism, historical commemoration, and sustainable business models. I’ve worked across sectors as an:
- Event and festival safety consultant
- Theatre and media educator
- Security and crisis response supervisor
- Celebrant and communicator in community rites
Projects and Interests
[edit]- Heritage Preservation: Advocacy for the protection of cultural and architectural heritage in South Australia.
- Legal Reform: Monitoring and analysis of legislative changes (e.g. SA’s Local Government Act 1999 and Section 75G).
- Creative Technology: Integrating AI, multimedia, and interactive formats into narrative structures.
Wikipedia Interests
[edit]On Wikipedia, I focus on:
- Expanding and improving pages related to South Australian criminal history
- Baltic religion, folklore, and linguistic preservation
- Historical crime writing and narrative nonfiction
- Digital preservation of underrepresented cultural knowledge
Contact
[edit]If you’re working on related projects or are interested in collaboration, feel free to leave a message on my talk page. I believe in ethical storytelling, open knowledge, and interdisciplinary exchange.
Disclaimers
[edit]I contribute to Wikipedia in a personal capacity. Any edits, comments, or page developments I make reflect my own research and opinions unless otherwise cited. I strive to uphold Wikipedia's neutrality, sourcing, and verifiability standards.
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