The Rise of Afrofuturism and Black Authors in Sci-Fi and Fantasy
In recent years, speculative fiction has been electrified by the growing presence of Black authors, particularly within the realms of Afrofuturism, science fiction, and fantasy. This movement is not simply about increased representation, but about radically reshaping narratives and perspectives that have long been overlooked or marginalized by mainstream publishing. Much like the surge of East Asian voices redefining fantasy and sci-fi, Black authors are doing more than adding cultural “flavour” to established genres. Rather, they are creating works that challenge systemic biases, subvert stereotypes, and explore the realities and futures of the African diaspora in deeply imaginative ways. Afrofuturism:…
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