Talks at Google Ep424 - Min Jin Lee | Musings and Writings
Feb 27, 2024
Bestselling author Min Jin Lee discusses writing, representation in media, and the Asian-American identity. Her book Pachinko is being adapted for TV, praised by President Obama. Lee shares her writing journey, struggles, and importance of diverse storytelling. She explores faith, suffering, and personal growth, along with her experiences with OCD, anxiety, and body image as an Asian American writer.
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Focus on Your Story
- Focus on the story you want to tell, not external rewards.
- Ask yourself why you want to share this specific narrative.
Finding a Voice
- Min Jin Lee's background lacked early exposure to writers, hindering her initial voice.
- Reading extensively and finding value in her unique perspective helped her develop her voice.
Ordinary Stories
- History often overlooks ordinary people, but their stories are worth telling.
- Asian Americans possess diverse qualities, deserving of fuller representation in media.