How Torres Strait writer Jasmine McGaughey blends culture, identity and magic
About this episode
Jasmine McGaughey discusses her work and the blending of culture, identity, and magic in her writing.
Jasmine McGaughey is a proud Torres Strait Islander and African American writer and editor. She's the beloved co-author of tennis legend Ash Barty's Little Ash series, inspiring young readers right across the country. And her latest work, Moonlight and Dust, is a young adult fantasy novel that blends culture, identity and magic in a way only she can. Jasmine brings a powerful cross-cultural perspective to Australian literature — and her voice is fast becoming one to watch. She sits down with Stories From The Pacific host, Bobby Macumber, on Radio Australia.
People in this episode
Host: Bobby Macumber
Guest: Jasmine McGaughey
Topics covered
- Torres Strait culture
- identity
- magic
- young adult literature
- cross-cultural perspective
- Australian literature
Keywords
- Jasmine McGaughey
- Torres Strait Islander
- young adult fantasy
- Ash Barty
- Moonlight and Dust
- cultural identity
- Australian literature
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: ABC Radio Australia
Books & works: Little Ash series, Moonlight and Dust
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