
Two thrillers raise questions about writing from a particular race and identity
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Yellowface: Scandals, Lies, and Backlash
The hosts discuss the absurdities of the publishing industry as they explore the scandalous actions of June, a character in the book 'Yellowface'. They also delve into the portrayal of the unlikeable character Athena and the concept of cultural appropriation in writing.
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