Allissa Patton
Panel: Oct. 11, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Central Library Helzberg Auditorium
Allissa Patton is an avid reader and content creator whose platforms uplift and shine light on Black and POC authors in the fantasy and science fiction genres. She’s also a fantasy/sci-fi staff writer for Reading Magazine, where she explores how fiction can act as a mirror reflecting and critiquing real-world systems. From all things mystical and otherworldly, Allissa celebrates bold stories, fresh perspectives, and the magic of representation.