

R.F. Kuang on appropriation
Aug 21, 2023
In this episode, New York Times bestselling author R.F. Kuang discusses her book Yellowface and its reflection of her experiences in the publishing industry. She shares the cathartic experience of writing from the perspective of June and updates us on her upcoming projects. The podcast also explores the challenges and frustrations of the publishing industry, the complexities of characters, and the dynamics of the book world. They also discuss discoverability in the publishing industry and announce the upcoming release of 'Catabassus', a fantasy love story set in hell.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Challenges and Frustrations in the Publishing Industry
02:29 • 11min
Exploring Character Complexity and Writing from an Unhinged Perspective
13:53 • 6min
Intrigue, Impersonation, and the Book World
19:36 • 2min
Discoverability in the Publishing Industry, Sequels, and the Next Book
22:03 • 6min