Nadia Uddin discusses her sci-fi debut, Edison in the Hood!

About Edison in the Hood:

When Aisha Malik’s mother died, she took a secret with her—one that destroyed her relationship with Aisha’s brother, Sam. But what if Aisha could revive her mother’s brain just long enough to reenact their last conversation and discover the truth? EDISON IN THE HOOD is a stunning and provocative debut that explores what it truly means to be human and possess free will in a culture gripped by automation. As Aisha and Sam grieve their mother’s passing, they delve into the complex morals of scientific advancement, revealing how technology plays a part in relationships—with both the living and the dead. They ask themselves: Artificial intelligence may solve the world’s biggest problems, but can it fix our most challenging relationships?

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Winner of Slice's 2019 Bridging the Gap Award, Nadia Uddin is a graduate of Yale Writers' Workshop and has studied alongside esteemed writers through The Center for Fiction, Catapult, and A Public Space. "Edison in the Hood" is her debut novel. To read more of Nadia's work, learn of upcoming appearances, or book her for events, visit nadiauddin.com.

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