(26/06/2025) What happens when science fiction meets real-world resistance? TIO Publishing author Andrea Hilaria Li recently sat down with readers at the Xanana Reading Room to discuss her novel, Moono: The Adventure and the Shadow War.
While the book is a journey through a sci-fi universe, the conversation was grounded in the very real challenges we face today: power dynamics, manipulation, and the courage required to resist injustice. Andrea reminded the audience that while Moono is a work of imagination, it acts as a mirror to our own society, urging us to question the systems we live in.
Key Takeaways from the Author:
- Don’t just follow: Andrea encouraged the youth to be critical of the “Agendas” hidden in plain sight.
- Find your power: You don’t need to be a superhero to be a “transformer.” By mastering your unique skills, you can become an agent of change.
The energy in the room was electric, leaving the audience inspired to pick up their pens and start their own stories. Like the book’s hero, Gamma, the attendees were challenged to stand up for the voiceless.
This discussion was a powerful reminder: Moono isn’t just a story about the moon—it’s a call for courage, imagination, and a transformed future.