On this episode, we chat with June Hur (author of past book club pick The Silence of Bones) about her latest novel, The Red Palace, her latest mystery novel taking place during Korea's Joseon Dynasty. We ask June about her writing origins, her journey to publishing, and what inspired her to write her unique "Joseon Noir" style stories.Follow June on instagram at @junehwrites and check out her book The Red Palace on sale now!*Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba February 2022 pick is Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversations by Mira JacobThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective
Mentioned 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!
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Books & Boba is a book club dedicated to books written by Asian and Asian American authors. We cover a wide range of genres including contemporary, historical fiction, sci-fi, fantasy, YA, nonfiction, thrillers, graphic novels, and memoirs.
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Folge vom 11.02.2022#168 - Author Chat w/ June Hur
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Folge vom 05.02.2022#167 - She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-ChanOn this episode, we discuss our January 2022 book club pick She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan, a queer re-imagining of the rise of the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty. In the last days of the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty reign over China, an unnamed daughter takes on her dead brother's name to survive as a novice monk after her family is attacked by bandits. When that safe haven is also taken from her, she decides that in order to survive, she needs to take on her brother's abandoned fate of greatness as well ans rise the ranks as the rebel monk commander Zhu Chongba. *Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba February 2022 pick is Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversations by Mira JacobThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective Mentioned 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!
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Folge vom 15.01.2022#166 - January 2022 Book NewsIt's our first Books & Boba mid-month episode of 2022! Join us as we highlight the latest book and publishing news in Asian American literature! New books mentioned in our publishing news:A Gift for Nai Nai by Kim-Hoa UngWords Between Us by Angela Pham KransNine Color Deer by Kailin DuanHair Oil Magic by Anu ChouhanTake Me to Laolao by Kelly ZhangSee Us Bloom by Kyunghee KimLast Flight Out by Kerisa GreeneDeep as the Sky, Red as the Sea by Rita Chang-EppigChlorine by Jade Song*Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba December 2021/January 2022 pick is She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-ChanThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective Mentioned 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!
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Folge vom 23.12.2021#165 - December 2021 Book NewsOn this last episode of Books & Boba in 2021, we highlight the latest book and publishing news in Asian American literature for our December 2021 mid-month check-in! New books mentioned in our publishing news:The Traveler's Guide to Geozoology by Angela HsiehMy Indigo World: A True Story About the Color Blue by Rosa ChangMango Memories by Sita SinghAll the Yellow Suns by Malavika KannanLove & Resistance by Kara H.L. ChenRide or Die by Gail-Agnes MusikavanhuMy Forever Home by Ha DinhSwimming Towards a Dream: Yusra Mardini's Incredible Journey from Refugee to Olympic Swimmer by Reem FaruqiWaiting for Tomorrow by Sarah YoonFake Dates and Mooncakes by Sher LeeGhost Book by Remy LaiUprooted by Ruth ChanDadaji's Paintbrush by Rashmi Sirdeshpande*Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba December 2021/January 2022 pick is She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-ChanThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective Mentioned 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!