A special conversation with author Christian Hurst on their book “Lily Starling and the Voyage of the Salamander.”Christian Hurst spent decades developing stories before he finally decided the world needed to see them. In this conversation with host KAJ, the author of the Lily Starling series talks about what it means to write a character who must define herself from the inside out — in a future 500 years away, on a starship full of people who already think they know who she is.The conversation moves through identity, humanism, the cost of absolutism, and what Christian learned in his first year of publishing — including why taking feedback without being precious about your work is the hardest and most important skill a writer can build.Explore the stories behind the stories at https://kajmasterclass.com.=========================================KAJ Masterclass LIVEA video-first, live-first global conversation ecosystem — editorially independent, depth-driven, and supporter-sustained. Hosted by independent journalist Khudania Ajay (KAJ), KAJ Masterclass explores leadership, business, AI, careers, health, creativity, ideas, and the evolving human experience through thoughtful, unscripted conversations grounded in lived experience, clarity, and real-world insight.Every conversation is designed to leave you with something meaningful to think about, understand, or apply.🌐 https://www.kajmasterclass.com=========================================GuestChristian Hurst is a bestselling, award-winning author and Creative Director with over 15 years of experience in advertising, marketing, and content creation. A lifelong science fiction fan, he blends epic adventure, emotional depth, and inclusive worldbuilding inspired by classic space operas and character-driven storytelling.He is the author of the Lily Starling series, a YA sci-fi saga exploring identity, connection, and the courage to forge your own path across a vast and unpredictable galaxy. Known for heart, humor, and high-stakes storytelling, Christian’s work resonates with readers who crave immersive narratives with soul.Connect:https://www.churstpublishing.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-hurst-6bb5b117https://www.instagram.com/churstpublishing=========================================Host — Khudania Ajay (KAJ)Khudania Ajay (KAJ) is an independent journalist and the host of KAJ Masterclass LIVE, with 2500+ long-form conversations across leadership, business, technology, media, wellness, authorship, and the future of work.🌐 https://www.khudaniaajay.comLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaykhudania/=========================================Watch. Listen. Read.🎬 https://www.youtube.com/@kajmasterclass🎧 https://www.kajmasterclass.com/listen📖 https://www.kajmasterclass.com/read=========================================Work With KAJKAJ Masterclass welcomes thoughtful conversation proposals from leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, experts, researchers, creators, and practitioners aligned with the ecosystem’s editorial values and audience-first philosophy.Submit your proposal:https://www.kajmasterclass.com/work-with-kaj=========================================If this conversation added value, share it with someone who would genuinely benefit from it.=========================================From Our World🎁 Ethnics Land — Premium Indian handloom sareesUse code KAJ20 for 20% OFFhttps://www.ethnicsland.com=========================================🎵 Music Credit: "Misfits (Instrumental)" by RYYZN
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