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On this episode, we welcome Thien Pham, the author and illustrator of Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam, his graphic memoir recounting his life growing up as a refugee in America, with each chapter centering around a specific food-related memory. Follow Thien on instagram at @thiendog and check out his graphic memoir, Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam, available now on the Books & Boba bookshop!*Support the podcast by supporting our new Patreon*Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba July 2023 pick is The Imaginary Lives of James Poneke by Tina MakeretiMentioned in this episode:Don't miss Chinese Republicans, a new play from Alex LinComing to the Roundabout Theatre Company this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew, following three high-powered businesswomen who meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they’ve done for decades. But the group is jolted when Katie, a bright-eyed 24-year-old new to the workforce, joins to navigate the world of corporate finance. As each of the women attempts to steer Katie towards what they’re certain is best, they’re forced to grapple with how much they already have and are willing to sacrifice to climb the corporate ladder. Tickets for Chinese Republicans on sale now!

On our mid-month check in for July 2023, we review the latest Asian American book and publishing announcements, while catching up on a pretty terrible few weeks for the Asian American literature community (and the literature industry in general). Upcoming books mentioned in our publishing news:White Mulberry by Rosa Kwon EastonSuka's Farm written by Ginger Park and Frances Park; illust by Tiffany ChenKai Po Che: Mini's Perfect Diamond written by Suhasini Gupta; illust by Devika OzaKill Her Twice by Stacey LeeUntitled YA novel by Sahar JahaniCincinnati Lee and the Spear of Destiny by Heidi HeiligHana's Hajj written by Zainab Khan; illust by Anait SemirdzhyanYou Are Loved by Sujean RimTiny Wonders and Nightsong by Sally Soweol HanA Place in the World written by Rina Singh; illust by Christopher PoulerInfinite Sky: The Story of Tsien Hsue-Shen, the Scientist Who Took Two Countries into Space by Celeste PewterAnother Word for Neighbor written by Angela Pham Krans; illustrated by Thai PhuongThe Demon's Prince by Remy Lai; illust by Lauren DimayaAdoration by June HurEliza, from Scratch by Sophia LeeThe Clock by Pam FongEmbroidered by Farida ZamanPickling Time by Marzieh Abbas; illust by Darshika VermaNews stories covered on this episode:BTS’s book Beyond the Story becomes instant #1 NYT BestsellerYu & Me Bookstore flooded from fireHarperCollins/Harlequin shuts down Inkyard PressSmithsonian abruptly cancels 2023 Asian American Literature Festival (AALF)AALF co-organizers’ open letter to the Smithsonian*Support the podcast by supporting our new Patreon*Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba July 2023 pick is

On this author chat, we welcome Thao Thai to talk about her debut novel Banyan Moon, a story about three generations of Vietnamese women, and the gothic southern mansion that ties them all together. We chat with Thao about her inspirations in writing a southern gothic inspired story about a Vietnamese American family, as well as learn about her journey to becoming an author.Follow Thao on instagram at @thao_writes and check out her novel, Banyan Moon, available now on the Books & Boba bookshop!*Support the podcast by supporting our new Patreon*Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba July 2023 pick is The Imaginary Lives of James Poneke by Tina MakeretiThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective