• Kevin Kwan on the success of Crazy Rich Asians to Lies and Weddings, plus his love of noodles from Singapore to Capri

  • Oct 3 2024
  • Length: 41 mins
  • Podcast

Kevin Kwan on the success of Crazy Rich Asians to Lies and Weddings, plus his love of noodles from Singapore to Capri

  • Summary

  • Katie talks with Kevin Kwan, international bestselling author of Crazy Rich Asians, China Rich Girlfriend, and Rich People Problems, Sex and Vanity, and his latest, Lies and Weddings. Kevin tells his personal story of growing up in a prosperous family in Singapore, then moving to Texas in the eighth grade. Eating in Singapore was the main event -- most days there were five meals. He tells stories of school lunches in Singapore, consisting of endless dining options of noodles and dumplings, and describes the multi-course dinners prepared by his grandmother's famous chef.


    Kevin explains his writing style and inspiration, and shares that he writes each book without an outline or plan. Katie and Kevin discuss the glamorous locations in his books, including Morocco, England, Hawaii, Los Angeles, and Kevin's personal favorite -- Capri, plus all of his favorite spots to dine.


    Kevin also reveals that a Broadway show of Crazy Rich Asians is currently in the works. Listen in for so many delicious stories and memories about Kevin’s fascinating life journey, creating some of the most popular novels of our day.


    Link to Kevin's Books. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B002BM1Z54

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