For her legions of fans, R.F. Kuang is more than just a writer; she’s a cultural phenomenon, a #1 New York Times bestselling author with her finger on the pulse of what discerning readers want—and need—to read.
After wowing audiences with The Poppy War trilogy, a dazzling fantasy series, and Babel: An Arcane History, a brilliant historical fantasy epic, Kuang is joining Hot Docs to offer Canadian readers their first look at one of the most anticipated books of the year: Yellowface, a deliciously dark-humoured satire on the publishing industry and the persistent erasure of Asian voices in white Western culture.
A story of rival writers and a case of stolen identity, this timely and gripping novel takes on questions about diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation with razor-sharp wit and Kuang’s signature page-turning style.
Be the first to experience the book that has everyone talking—a transfixing story from one of the most electrifying writers at work today.
Moderated by Thea Lim, author of An Ocean of Minutes.
R.F. Kuang's book Yellowface will be available to purchase at the event via our partners Another Story Bookshop. There will be a book signing following the talk.
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