Eliot Schrefer, a New York Times bestselling author known for weaving complex YA narratives, discusses the balance of joy and challenge in writing and how personal experiences inform his sci-fi storytelling. He shares intriguing details about his fictional drug, wake-sleep, and the role of AI in emotional plotlines. Joined by Arielle Egozi, a creative director and body positivity advocate, they dive into themes of self-acceptance, societal pressures around identity, and the importance of destigmatizing mental health through storytelling.
