Lonny Avi Brooks

About the Author

Lonny Avi Brooks is a visionary scholar and author whose work bridges the realms of science fiction, cultural studies, and African American history. With a PhD in American Studies, he has dedicated his career to exploring the intersections of technology, race, and imagination, particularly through the lens of Afrofuturism. Brooks' groundbreaking book, Afrofuturism 2.0: The Rise of Astro-Blackness, redefines the genre by examining how Black creators envision futures beyond earthly constraints, incorporating space exploration and cosmic identities. As a professor and public intellectual, he lectures widely on speculative fiction's role in social justice, inspiring readers to dream of liberated tomorrows. His insightful narratives challenge conventional boundaries, blending rigorous research with poetic speculation to illuminate paths toward equity in an increasingly digital world.