Q. What Inspired You to Write Your Book?
I was inspired by watching how quickly technology is reshaping power, identity, and control, and wondering what happens when convenience becomes compliance.
Q. What is “Dominion: Ascension” about, in simple terms?
It’s about a young woman coming of age in a matriarchal future where power has shifted, freedom is exchanged for security, and she must discover who she is amid societal, familial, and political upheaval.
Q. What Do You Hope Will Be the Everlasting Thoughts for Readers Who Finish Your Book?
I hope readers walk away questioning who truly holds power in their own lives—and what they’re willing to give up to feel safe.
Q. What was the most challenging part of writing your book?
Balancing an expansive dystopian world with an intimate, emotionally grounded character journey was the hardest—and most rewarding—part.
Q. What is your favorite passage from your book?
My favorite passage is when Dani confronts and reconciles old wounds with her mother, finally seeing herself through her own eyes rather than through inherited expectations or Dominion’s societal conditioning.
Q. Why is Dani the lens through which readers experience Dominion?
Dani isn’t a born rebel or hero, which makes her perspective honest—she represents how most people might survive, question, and eventually resist.
Q. What do men say about the book?
Many men tell me they’re surprised by how much they relate to the themes of control, purpose, and resistance, even through a female protagonist.
Q. You’ve said Dominion is built “on the back of technology.” What do you mean?
The society in Dominion doesn’t rely on brute force—it relies on algorithms, surveillance, and systems people willingly trust.
Q. What makes this dystopian world different from others?
It’s not loud or apocalyptic; it’s clean, efficient, and eerily comfortable, which makes it far more dangerous.
Q. Is Dominion: Ascension a standalone novel?
No—Ascension is the beginning of a larger story, and the world of Dominion has much more to reveal.
D.A. Murray is an emerging voice in feminist speculative fiction who masterfully balances her roles as a tech executive, debut novelist, and influential digital content creator. Her debut novel, “Dominion: Ascension,” introduces a bold new narrative that reimagines gender dynamics in a post-apocalyptic world, challenging traditional power structures and exploring themes of female leadership and resilience. Murray’s work resonates with readers seeking stories that champion feminine strength, autonomy, and societal transformation.
With an academic background in Economics and Japanese from UCLA and an MBA from Kellogg Management School, Murray brings a unique cross-cultural perspective to her storytelling. In her professional role as a tech executive, she advocates for increased visibility of women’s voices in both technology and literature. A frequent speaker at industry conferences and podcasts, she offers insights into the intersection of technology, storytelling, and feminist narratives in the digital age. Through interactive writing workshops and storytelling sessions, D.A. Murray continues to expand her reach as a modern multi-hyphenate, committed to uplifting women’s stories across platforms. Find out more on the website: https://damurrayofficial.com/.
