Stories are never just stories.
Every sentence, plot, and character contributes to how we interpret the world around us. Through my writing, I seek to analyze and challenge the ways literature shapes our perceptions, specifically looking at how the portrayal of women on the page influences their treatment in everyday life.
Tatum Mohan is a writer focused on feminist cultural criticism and literary analysis.
She earned her English degree summa cum laude from Texas A&M University, where she also studied Technical Writing and Editing.
In Fall 2026, she will begin pursuing a Master’s degree in Women’s Literature at the University of California, Irvine, continuing her research into feminist theory, narrative structures, and cultural storytelling.
Her current work, “Sharp Claws,” examines how historical narratives evolve into modern stereotypes — and how those narratives shape politics, media, and everyday life.
ABOUT THE BOOK
ABOUT THE BOOK
Sharp Claws: How the Treatment of Women and Cats Shapes Modern Culture
Sharp Claws maps the treatment of women and cats across history, examining how it shapes modern pop culture, politics, stereotypes, and care for both groups. The book does not just advocate for women while referencing cats as symbols; it also simultaneously advocates for our feline friends. Through personal anecdotes from a chronically ill cat mom and her beloved cats, Rita and Toby, Sharp Claws engages in relevant conversations about women and animal rights in America’s current political climate.
Her Academic Work
Tatum’s areas of interest span across:
•Intersectional feminism
• Cultural analysis
• Gender and pop culture
• Animal ethics and representation
She is interested in how society treats those who challenge stereotypes, like women who resist gendered expectations and animals that refuse obedience.
