Accessible, research-based analysis of Frank Herbert's science fiction series
There’s a new translation of my 2016 journal article “Epic World-Building: Names and Cultures in Dune” into Portuguese! Construção de Mundo Épica: Nomes e Culturas em Duna. Thanks to the translator for helping make this scholarship more accessible beyond English-language readers.
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In this interview with Haitch and Jason from the Dune Pod podcast, we discuss my book on the women of Dune and other Dune topics. They were great hosts to chat with about science fiction! Check out the episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
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It was a pleasure to be interviewed on the Digital Nomads podcast and explore the oft-neglected Fremen characters in Frank Herbert’s Dune! We discussed some of the cultures and histories that influenced Herbert and helped create a multi-layered science fiction work that rewards re-readings. Check out the Digital Nomads podcast episode “The Fremen in Dune” here.
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My book on women in Frank Herbert’s Dune series has been published! Women’s Agency in the Dune Universe: Tracing Women’s Liberation through Science Fiction is the first major study of the female characters of the Bene Gesserit. Check out the press release and the virtual book launch (recording). Please visit the Publications page to find links to purchase (and the latest coupon codes) that support me as the author.
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My first newspaper interview on my research on Frank Herbert’s Dune series has hit the press, including a preview of some of my book’s illustrations: “What makes a world work? Exploring the groundbreaking universe of Frank Herbert’s ‘Dune’“. Thanks to David Herkt and the Sunday Star Times for the opportunity to share some of my work with the public.
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I’m pleased to have my piece on the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood in Frank Herbert’s Dune published on the science fiction and fantasy site Tor.com. The content is based on my forthcoming book on Bene Gesserit women in the Dune series, which takes an agency approach to analyzing these female characters.
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