Indigenous Authors

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This week, we're diving into the imaginative worlds crafted by Indigenous authors in the sci-fi and fantasy genres. 🌟✨ Join us as we explore their unique narratives, rich cultural perspectives, and the magical realms they create. 🌍📚
Brittney's Pick: Empire of Wild by Cherie Dimaline | Goodreads
Joshua's Pick: Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology by Shane Hawk | Goodreads
Other Things We Mentioned:

• Metis Mythology and Folklore: (metismuseum.ca)
• Indian Legends of the Pacific Northwest by Ella Elizabeth Clark | Goodreads
  • The specific story Brittney was talking about is titled The Mortal Who Married a Merman
• Sea otters spotted off Oregon coast, a rare sight after a century of near-extinction - OPB
• Wendigo | Description, Legend, Creature, Until Dawn, & Facts | Britannica
• Frankenstein in Baghdad by Ahmed Saadawi | Goodreads
  • Joshua covered this book in our Revived Classics episode.

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Podcast Website: https://swordsstarships.buzzsprout.com
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