In this episode of Brainstorms, host Rich welcomes Edi, a Puerto Rican indie author from North Carolina, to discuss his unique and compelling journey of writing about neurodivergent characters. Edi shares his inspiring story of overcoming personal challenges, including the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, which led to a transformative move to the United States.
Edi delves into the creative process behind his debut novel, 'Virtus Draconis Blood price', which combines sci-fi and fantasy elements with characters that authentically represent the neurodivergent community. He also explores the impact of his upbringing and social experiences as a writer with autism and ADHD.
Throughout the episode, Edi opens up about his motivation behind writing, his experience with indie publishing platforms like Amazon and IngramSpark, and his continuous efforts to bring diverse representation to the literary world. Join us as we explore Edi's passion for storytelling, his influences, and his future projects that continue to advocate for inclusivity and understanding.
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