• Francis and Ginger Park: Writing on Korean Heritage and Storytelling Across Generations

  • Sep 12 2024
  • Length: 31 mins
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Francis and Ginger Park: Writing on Korean Heritage and Storytelling Across Generations

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    In this episode of SLANT, host Dana Tai Soon Burgess welcomes acclaimed authors Frances and Ginger Park, two Korean American sisters whose works span novels, memoirs, and children’s literature. Frances, author of the recently released novel Blue Rice, and Ginger, known for award-winning books like The Hundred Choices Department Store, reflect on how their Korean heritage, family history, and childhood memories inspire their stories. The sisters discuss growing up in post-war America, their parents’ immigration, and the profound impact of Korea’s history on their writing. They also share insights into their collaborative process and running their long-standing Washington D.C. chocolate shop, Chocolate Chocolate. Join the conversation as they explore how personal and cultural memory shape their powerful storytelling.
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