Was Medusa Ever the Villain? — Ayana Gray on I, Medusa

Was Medusa ever truly the villain of her own story?

In this week's episode, Eve Laren sits down with New York Times bestselling author Ayana Gray to discuss her bold new mythology retelling, I, Medusa.

Ayana shares the inspiration behind reimagining one of the most infamous figures in Greek mythology, the research that shaped Medusa’s story, and insights into her transition from young adult fantasy to adult fiction.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The inspiration behind retelling Medusa’s story

• The research that shaped the world of I, Medusa

• Reframing villains and morally complex characters in fantasy

• Ayana Gray’s transition from YA fantasy to adult fiction

• What readers connect with most in Medusa’s story today

If you love fantasy, mythology retellings, and stories that reexamine the villains we thought we knew, this conversation is for you.

Perfect for fans of fantasy books, Greek mythology retellings, Medusa stories, and author interviews with fantasy writers.

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About the Author

Ayana Gray is a New York Times bestselling author. Her works have been translated in a dozen languages across five continents and have received critical acclaim at the state and national level. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, she now lives and writes in Arkansas.