• “Hoarding Secrets and Stories” featuring K.T. Nguyen

  • Oct 7 2024
  • Length: 57 mins
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“Hoarding Secrets and Stories” featuring K.T. Nguyen

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  • In this episode, Liz and Greg dive deep with debut thriller author K.T. Nguyen about her gripping novel You Know What You Did. They unravel themes of imposter syndrome, cultural identity, and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships as they explore protagonist Annie's struggle with her dual identity as a first-generation Vietnamese American in small-town America. K.T. Nguyen opens up about how her own immigrant experiences shaped her writing and shares her journey from journalism to fiction, discussing the pressure to be perfect, the importance of humor, and the unexpected comfort found in hidden talents.

    The conversation gets real about mental health, as they tackle how OCD and hoarding are woven into the narrative to reveal a character’s life story. They also touch on trauma, the art of balancing showing versus telling in storytelling, and the allure of psychological thrillers. With sharp insights into the power of social commentary in literature, this episode offers a rich, thought-provoking look into the craft and courage behind K.T. Nguyen's storytelling journey. Don’t miss it!
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