Sci-Fi Stories are Human Stories (with Jill Tew)

from Liberation is Lit Podcast · host Tayler Simon

In this episode, we interview author Jill Tew about how she got into writing dystopian romance and middle-grade stories. Jill shares how her love of sci-fi and nerdy Black kids and discusses her new climate-justice dystopian romance, An Ocean Apart, centered on wealthy elites escaping environmental collapse on luxurious sea ships while land communities suffer. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro00:36 Jill Tew Origin Story01:16 From Corporate to Divergent02:37 Middle Grade Breakthrough03:49 Representation in Dystopia04:47 Ocean Apart Climate Plot07:22 Social Justice in Sci Fi10:28 Staying Grounded as Writer12:52 Upcoming Books and Headspace15:19 What Jill Is Reading16:32 Community Impact Advice17:59 Where to Find Jill Closing18:49 Podcast Sign OffJill’s BooksAn Ocean ApartRayana Johnson's Giant LeapKaya Morgan's Crowning AchievementThe Dividing SkyOther Books MentionedThe Genie Game by Jordan IfuekoWhere to find Jilljilltew.comInstagramThreadsTikTokThank you for being part of the Liberation is Lit podcast! If you have stories to share, want to suggest topics, or just want to connect, find us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @liberationislit or visit our website at liberationislit.com. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review! Remember, your voice matters, and together, through the lens of stories, we're making a difference in the world.

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