Shelby Judge is a Lecturer in Career Academic in Creative and Cultural Industries at the University of Derby, affiliated with the College of Arts, Humanities and Education. Her research focuses on feminist literary criticism, classical mythology adaptations, and gender studies in contemporary literature. She has contributed to journals like Ethical Space and Classical Outlook , and published book chapters with Routledge. Judge’s work examines topics such as online misogyny, feminist reinterpretations of ancient myths, and the legacy of figures like Antigone and Circe in modern writing. Her analysis of authors like Madeline Miller and Margaret Atwood highlights intersections between classical narratives and contemporary feminist themes. Her publications explore how mythic archetypes are reimagined through a feminist lens, interrogating issues of consent, agency, and gendered violence. Recent work critiques the alt-right’s use of 'free speech' rhetoric to defend misogynistic discourse in online spaces. Judge also engages with pedagogical approaches to teaching classical texts, emphasizing inclusive interpretations that challenge traditional patriarchal narratives. Her research outputs have garnered significant attention, with over 662 total views and 54 downloads as of the latest data. Judge’s interdisciplinary approach bridges classical studies, digital media analysis, and feminist theory, positioning her as a key voice in redefining mythic narratives for modern audiences.












