

Award winning novelist Rebecca Kuang - Yellowface
Nov 1, 2024
Rebecca F. Kuang, an award-winning author and PhD candidate at Yale, shares her literary journey and the inspiration behind her bestselling novel, 'Yellowface.' She discusses the complexities of success versus personal struggle in the publishing world. The conversation dives into issues of diversity, representation, and the ethical implications of storytelling. Kuang also reflects on the impact of social media on writing and character development, illustrating how personal experiences inform her work. Don't miss her insights on navigating creativity in today's literary landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Success and Identity
02:11 • 10min
Diversity in Publishing: Truth or Performative Action?
12:11 • 6min
Navigating Creativity and Collaboration
18:30 • 13min
Navigating Social Media's Impact on Writing
31:42 • 8min
Bias and Representation in Publishing
39:26 • 10min
Crafting Stories and Titles
49:17 • 7min
Exploring Representation and Competition in Literature
56:32 • 16min