Episode 70
#70 - Author Chat with Henry Lien
On this episode, we chat with Henry Lien, the author of The Peasprout Chen Series, a middle grade series about Peasprout Chen, a new student and immigrant to an academy that teaches wu liu, the art of martial arts figure skating. Henry shares about his journey of going from a career in law to writing fiction for youth, as well as what he's learned about himself through the process.
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This Episode's Hosts:
- Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)
- Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)
This Episode's Guest:
- Henry Lien, Author of The Peasprout Chen Series
The Books & Boba April 2019 pick is Bangkok Wakes to Rain by Pitchaya Sudbanthad
This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast Collective
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Don't miss Chinese Republicans, a new play from Alex Lin
Coming to the Roundabout Theatre Company this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew, following three high-powered businesswomen who meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they’ve done for decades. But the group is jolted when Katie, a bright-eyed 24-year-old new to the workforce, joins to navigate the world of corporate finance. As each of the women attempts to steer Katie towards what they’re certain is best, they’re forced to grapple with how much they already have and are willing to sacrifice to climb the corporate ladder.
