R.F. Kuang
Author of the Poppy War trilogy and a PhD student in East Asian Languages and Literatures at Yale University. Her research focuses on modern and contemporary sinophone literature.
Top 3 podcasts with R.F. Kuang
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Sep 1, 2023 • 17min
Two thrillers raise questions about writing from a particular race and identity
R.F. Kuang talks about writing Yellowface and the intricacies of friendship and cultural appropriation. Joe Ide discusses writing his IQ series from the perspective of a Black protagonist, influenced by his upbringing in South Central LA.
Aug 21, 2023 • 28min
R.F. Kuang on appropriation
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.
Aug 18, 2022 • 55min
R. F. Kuang, "Babel: Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators’ Revolution" (Harper Voyager, 2022)
R. F. Kuang, author of the acclaimed Poppy War trilogy and a PhD student at Yale, dives deep into her novel, Babel. She discusses her protagonist Robin Swift’s internal struggle with language, identity, and the violence of imperialism. The magical system based on silver intricately mirrors historical colonial power dynamics. Kuang emphasizes the importance of diverse voices, character authenticity, and the revision process, while revealing how friendship inspired her characters. Listen in for insights on crafting complex narratives enriched by footnotes and scholarly depth.
