Interview with David Boevers, Author of Where the Morning Star Fell

Settle in, storytellers.

This month, we're shining a light on sci-fi author and educator David Boevers, the creative mind behind Where the Morning Star Fell and the ever-expanding Eleuthera universe. David blends world-ending stakes with deeply human choices, crafting stories that explore how small moments of courage and connection can reshape the future. Between teaching middle school Social Studies and building a companion novel, Child of the Horizon Dawn, David has learned to revise with precision, purpose, and tools that help him make the most of limited writing time. We loved hearing about his process, his universe, and how Story Stream supports his vision.

Introduction

Q: Hi David! Could you introduce yourself and tell us a bit about your writing?

David: Hi, my name is David Boevers, and I am the author of Where the Morning Star Fell. Right now, I'm also working on a middle-grade companion novel called Child of the Horizon Dawn, which takes place in the same Eleuthera universe. And by day, I'm a middle school Social Studies Teacher, so my writing time is limited, and I need tools that help me make the most of it.

The Eleuthera Universe

Q: For those discovering your work for the first time, what defines the Eleuthera universe, and how did the idea for your companion novel, Child of the Horizon Dawn, come about?

David: The Eleuthera Universe subverts the typical dystopian mold. Most dystopias linger on despair, society collapsing, hope extinguished. Eleuthera is different. It's less about watching the world end and more about the choices that shape it, and how those choices ripple outward across time.

What defines this universe is the idea that the difference between devastation and redemption isn't fate, it's a series of small, deeply human moments: courage, connection, forgiveness, and sometimes failure. Characters like Victoria, Alexander, Gabrielle, and their children show how one generation's decisions can transform, or unravel, the future.

Child of the Astra Nova emerged directly from that foundation. In Where the Morning Star Fell, we meet the Beckers after their paths have already converged with destiny. The companion novel asks a harder question: If your future has been engineered by forces you never knew existed, do you still get to choose who you become?

The Horizon Dawn, the luxury cruise ship where the apocalypse begins, became the perfect crucible for that exploration. It's not just a setting; it's a pressure chamber where identity, trauma, and loyalty collide as the world collapses around these teens. Characters like Eli and Mara experience the unraveling of civilization moment by moment, stripped of the illusion of safety that adults still cling to.

Child of the Astra Nova lets us witness the Morning Star generation before they become the figures we recognize, before Marcus's attempted coup, before the fight for Eleuthera, before they step into the destinies others tried to write for them.

Revision with Story Stream

Q: When you revise, what part of the process tends to be the most challenging, and how does Story Stream help you through it?

David: Revision is always the hardest part for me. Once a story lives in your bones, it becomes easy to see the entire ocean of it, the themes, the emotions, the arcs, but miss the individual grains of sand that actually hold it together. The big picture is clear, but the fine details blur.

That's where Story Stream helps most. It gives me a concise, objective snapshot of the story from the outside in. It highlights the details I've gone blind to, without losing sight of the whole. It lets me zoom in on the grains while still keeping the shape of the stream in view.

Q: Did the editorial report leave you feeling encouraged or discouraged? Why?

David: I always walk away feeling encouraged. Every editorial report shows me not just what needs work, but how much I've grown as a writer. Story Stream has a great balance between "glow" and "grow"Can you make sure we add all these links to the bottom of the page somewhere?, it celebrates what's working while clearly outlining what can get stronger. That combination keeps me motivated and excited to keep improving.

Favorite Story Stream Features

Q: What's your favorite Story Stream feature, and why?

David: My favorite Story Stream feature is the Chapter Analyzer. It gives me a quick visual reference of my entire book across 12 different criteria. Everything from World Building to Genre Analysis and Tropes. The color-coded grid instantly shows me which chapters are the weakest and where I need to focus. That saves me hours and keeps my revisions efficient.

Who Story Stream Is Best Suited For

Q: Who do you think Story Stream is best suited for?

David: I recommend Story Stream especially to new writers. Revising can be exhausting and discouraging, but Story Stream brings the process into clear focus. That clarity helps me sustain my stamina and keeps me moving forward instead of burning out.

Is Story Stream Worth the Investment?

Q: Is Story Stream worth the investment for you?

David: And when it comes to investing in a Story Stream edit, I think it's absolutely worth it. Writing coaches and editors are not only expensive, but they can often take days or weeks to respond. As a teacher, I write late at night, and Story Stream gives me feedback instantly while the draft is still fresh in my mind. It's like having a writing coach right there when I need it most.

Closing Thoughts

Q: Anything you'd like to leave our readers with?

David: Join the Eleuthera Universe and read "Where The Morning Star Fell." Be on the lookout for "Child of Astra Nova" Summer or Fall 2026. And remember the motto of Eleuthera (Greek for freedom): "Eleuthera for all Eleuthrians."

David's journey is a testament to what writers can accomplish with dedication and heart. We're grateful he's part of the Story Stream community as he brings new life to the Eleuthera universe.

If you'd like to explore his work further, you can dive into Where the Morning Star Fell and keep an eye out for Child of the Horizon Dawn. And when you're ready to uncover new layers in your own manuscript, Story Stream is here to guide you every step of the way.