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Mentioned in 3 episodes

Stay True

Book • 2022

Stay True is a poignant memoir by Hua Hsu that delves into his unlikely friendship with Ken, a Japanese-American college friend whose life was tragically cut short.

The book explores themes of identity, belonging, and the power of friendship in shaping one's life.

It is a coming-of-age story that navigates the complexities of growing up and finding meaning in a world that often seems indifferent.

Mentioned by

Maxine Hong Kingston

Mentioned in 3 episodes

Recommended by

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as a brilliant memoir depicting life in 1990s Berkeley and the experience of loss.

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Mentioned by

Wyatt Mason

in contrast to

Shane McCrae

's memoir.

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Mentioned by

Brian Lehrer

as the author of the memoir being discussed in the episode.

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Mentioned by

Jana Puglierin

as a Pulitzer-winning coming-of-age story.

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Mentioned by

Hua Hsu

as being available everywhere books are sold.

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Referenced by

Maxine Hong Kingston

in relation to his appreciation of her work.

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Mentioned by

Leslie McClurg

as the memoir

Hua Hsu

won a Pulitzer Prize for in 2023.

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