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Asian American Book Club
Come for the writing, stay for the conversation, contribute. A place for conversation and virtual wine about all things Asian American Women’s Literature.
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Literary Friendships are like fine wine
Literary Friendships are like fine wine
Take care of them, don’t just leave them in storage…and enjoy the subtle changes with every year that passes
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
May 5
“The Stone Home,” My Second Novel, Was Crafted From Shocking Historical Truths — by Crystal Hana…
“The Stone Home,” My Second Novel, Was Crafted From Shocking Historical Truths — by Crystal Hana…
In January 2016, I was an unpublished writer working on my first novel when I learned of an artist residency on a tiny island off the west…
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
Apr 18
The Humor of Quiet Observation
The Humor of Quiet Observation
When you pick up one of Julie Otsuka’s novels for the first time, you will be surprised. That is my promise to you.
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
Apr 17
In Search of Hope: A Review of To Paradise by Hanya Yanagihara
In Search of Hope: A Review of To Paradise by Hanya Yanagihara
It was better not to want at all: Wanting just made you unhappy.
Dasha Gal
Apr 3
Meghan & Me
Meghan & Me
People hate being reminded fairytales aren’t real.
Alice Stephens
Apr 2
Publishing chaos: SPD Books to Close
Publishing chaos: SPD Books to Close
I referenced in earlier piece how hard it is to get published if you are a minority writer.
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
Mar 28
Some great Korean women’s literature in translation; an interview with Anton Hur in BOMB Magazine…
Some great Korean women’s literature in translation; an interview with Anton Hur in BOMB Magazine…
As a writer, I read widely and include translations as part of a balanced literary diet. As a diasporic Korean, I’m a particular fan of…
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
Mar 27
Who are the people in publishing who decide what books get published?
Who are the people in publishing who decide what books get published?
and is it “easier” to get published if you are an Asian American woman?
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
Mar 14
Ideas for your IRL book club: Mrs. Bakewell’s scones (also available gluten free!)
Ideas for your IRL book club: Mrs. Bakewell’s scones (also available gluten free!)
Happy International Women’s Day !!
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
Mar 8
About Asian American Book Club
Ever read a book and just HAD to talk to someone about it? Or are you a writer and want to tell us about how your came to write your book…
Marie Myung-Ok Lee
Mar 6
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