I compiled a list of my favorite writers and their age when they first published their debut book, i.e., novel, memoir, or first collection of short stories. Some made me say, “I figured!” (like Haruki Murakami, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Italo Calvino). Others made me feel like even though the clock is ticking, I’m still [...]
Archive for January, 2008
Average Age of Debut Book Publication of Famous Authors = 32
Posted in literary review, novel writing on January 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
On Citizenship
Posted in Asian Diaspora on January 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I’ve met a lot of recent Chinese immigrants from my generation who seek out U.S. citizenship but lack appreciation of civic duty. An acquaintance applied for citizenship because it would be more convenient for her, but she still felt wholly Chinese. She said to me with light heart that she would remain silent and not [...]
