Rachel Kurzius

Rachel Kurzius, a lifestyle reporter for The Washington Post and passionate fan fiction reader, dives into the rise of fan fiction and its impact on traditional publishing. She explains how fan works are no longer dismissed, citing a seven-figure movie deal for a Harry Potter spin-off. Kurzius discusses diverse writing motivations, community dynamics on platforms like Wattpad, and the balancing act of fandom culture. The conversation also touches on the potential risks of AI-created fan fiction and the community's efforts to safeguard original creators.