TED-Ed: Why should you read sci-fi superstar Octavia E. Butler? - Ayana Jamieson and Moya Bailey

Octavia Butler's work, including 'Dawn' and 'Parable of the Sower', explores complex themes like identity, discrimination, and adaptation. Her stories often incorporate real-life events and historical re-examinations, such as in 'Kindred'. Butler's influence extends to Afro-futurism, a movement blending magic, history, and technology. Her narratives challenge traditional science fiction tropes, offering diverse characters and profound societal reflections.

How does Butler address contemporary social issues through her science fiction stories?

What role does the concept of change play in Butler's narratives?