In this episode of Magic & Mythos, I explore how black authors like Tracey Deonn, N.K. Jemisin, and Tomi Adeyemi are redefining magic in modern literature. From the culturally rooted powers of Legendborn to the survival-based magic in The Broken Earth and the resistance-driven magic in Children of Blood and Bone, I discuss how these authors build complex, meaningful magical systems. Join me as I dive into the themes of identity, heritage, and resilience woven into their stories.
Reimagining Magic: How Black Authors Build Complex Magical Systems in Modern Literature
An exploration of how authors like Tracey Deonn, N.K. Jemisin, and Tomi Adeyemi create rich, culturally rooted magic in their stories.
Nov 13, 2024
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“Black & Bookish” is a Substack dedicated to exploring literature from Black and POC authors, while diving into rich historical narratives, witchy history, magical traditions, and folklore.
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