Erika Rawes is an award-winning tech specialist whose work explores the intersection of human evolution and emerging tech. Most recently, her sci-fi screenplay, Ai Becomes Us, was named a semi-finalist in the 2026 Emerging Screenwriters Sci-Fi & Fantasy Competition.

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With over 13 years of experience as a lifestyle and tech journalist, with articles published in prominent outlets such as PCMag, Tom's Hardware, Lifewire, USA Today, and Digital Trends, Erika brings a "subject matter expert" lens to her speculative fiction and to her health and fitness work.

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In the early 2020s, Erika went on a healthy journey and lost over 100 pounds--she began studying personal training and nutrition, earning certifications in personal training, nutrition, and fitness coaching in 2023. She even competed for Miss North Carolina USA in 2024 as the oldest person to ever be named Miss Wake County USA. She earned a trademark on the ASSFACE Diet in 2025 and continues to serve as a health and wellness advocate in addition to writing.