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Genre and the Multiverse: A Reader and Writer’s Perspective
Writing M Jacqueline Murray Writing M Jacqueline Murray

Genre and the Multiverse: A Reader and Writer’s Perspective

Ultimately, the beauty of storytelling- whether as a reader or writer - is that it doesn’t have to be confined to a single genre, just as the multiverse suggests our lives aren’t confined to a single outcome. We exist in a world of possibilities, and so do the stories we create and consume. As a reader, I still chase after stories that move me, regardless of their genre. As a writer, I strive to craft stories that do the same - drawing from multiple genres to create narratives that resonate deeply.

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How far have we really come?
Writing M Jacqueline Murray Writing M Jacqueline Murray

How far have we really come?

Creating my characters' lives has made me think about the differences and similarities between Maddie’s era and my Gen X perspective. When considering the ongoing battle for workplace equality, the fight to maintain women’s reproductive rights and societal expectations surrounding marriage and motherhood, it’s sometimes disheartening to think that as much as things have changed… we haven’t come far enough in the last four decades.

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