What makes a strong female lead ‘strong’, and how do I balance that as an author? By analyzing strong women in literature and cinema! What do all these amazing women have in common? Relatability—vulnerability, determination, curiosity, fierce loyalty, and the strength to stand up to someone stronger. Join the discussion and let me know what strong female characters you identify with the most!
The Science Fiction genre is notorious for its usage (and sometimes over-usage) of the time travel trope. With the stories I write, it might seem a handy plot device, but there is a reason I stay away from it. Read on to find out why…
How does one authentically communicate the themes of their story to a world that’s so used to tropes and ‘vibe’ carousels? Read on for the author’s perspective for a story not written according to tropes.
Gen Xers and Millennial ‘nerds’ are their own special variety—from sci fi stories told in episodic format, to books, to video games, my peeps have been there and back again. Find out my take on the impact of various forms of media on modern pop culture and storytelling…
Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, and for many creatives, it feels like our worst enemy. Is it? Is the subject is more nuanced than it appears on the surface? [🚫 Gen AI used in Elle Rushing’s books. Cover art by MiblArt]
Is the subject of ‘neurodivergence’ relevant in the Lucent Universe? In a world where ‘representation’ means something different to every reader, find out how the author feels…