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PODCAST

Asian Book Club

Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park

Welcome to Asian Book Club Podcast! We"re your hosts - Jamae and Steven. We highlight Asian and Asian American authors, spanning all genres, book formats, and reading lengths. We invite all readers and listeners to follow along with each pick. See you at the next read!

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00:35:06

The Pitter Patter of Rain

Asian Book Club ·

2024/02/21

[Content Warning: murder, alcoholism, child abuse, sexy time] In our third read of book club pick no. 11, the characters continue to manage under the British and Japanese occupations, following the two different timelines. From Cecily's perspectives in particular, we see the storm figuratively and literally brewing. Vanessa Chan is a Malaysian author whose work has also appeared in Vogue, Esquire, and more. She is now based in Brooklyn. You can learn more about her work through her website at

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00:34:29

Little Bit Tumultuous

Asian Book Club ·

2024/02/15

[Content warning: murder, alcoholism, references to sexual assault] In our second read of book club pick no. 11, we see the character development of the Alcantara family, particularly from the points of view of the children and their mother. From several perspectives, circumstances break down even further. Vanessa Chan is a Malaysian author whose work has also appeared in Vogue, Esquire, and more. She is now based in Brooklyn. You can learn more about her work through her website at

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00:30:17

A Dark Rabbit Hole

Asian Book Club ·

2024/02/07

[ Content warning: sexual assault, child abuse ] In our first read of book club pick no. 11, we are introduced to the Alcantara family. As readers, we are able to see through the perspectives of Cecily (the mother), Jujube (the eldest child), Abel (the middle child), and Jasmin (the youngest child). Even in this initial glimpse, the characters struggle under colonial occupation. Vanessa Chan is a Malaysian author whose work has also appeared in Vogue, Esquire, and more. She is now based in Brooklyn

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00:30:47

Hot-Cold Game

Asian Book Club ·

2024/01/31

In this last read of book club pick no. 10, Domingo puts the final pieces together, solving the mystery that is Monica Reed's whereabouts. Complete with an elaborate setup, a car chase scene, and a big reveal, the ending gives us the resolution we're looking for while leaving us with a few unanswered questions. Cindy Fazzi is a Filipino-American writer who lives in the Sacramento area in California. She's a former Associated Press reporter and has worked as a journalist in the

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00:26:32

What Kind of Miraculous Miraculousness

Asian Book Club ·

2024/01/24

In the third read of book club pick no. 10, a plot twist neither of us - Jamae nor Steven - could have predicted takes us by surprise. Domingo continues to make small dot connections with the little leading evidence he has. Cindy Fazzi is a Filipino-American writer who lives in the Sacramento area in California. She's a former Associated Press reporter and has worked as a journalist in the Philippines, Taiwan, and the United States. You can learn more about her work through her website at

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00:29:11

Trust is a Big Word

Asian Book Club ·

2024/01/17

In this second read of book club pick no. 10, Domingo relies on the information he gets from Christian Price and Tess Chua to follow the leads pointing toward Monica Reed. Throughout the episode, we - Steven and Jamae - talk about how effective we think Domingo's been at his job so far. Cindy Fazzi is a Filipino-American writer who lives in the Sacramento area in California. She's a former Associated Press reporter and has worked as a journalist in the Philippines, Taiwan, and the United

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00:27:00

Wow, You're a Detective

Asian Book Club ·

2024/01/10

In this first read of book club pick no. 10, we follow Domingo in his third search for Monica Reed, whom he has referred to as "multo" (translated as "ghost" in Tagalog). Although he's caught her (and "lost her") twice before, he's running into complications this third time around. Cindy Fazzi is a Filipino-American writer who lives in the Sacramento area in California. She's a former Associated Press reporter and has worked as a journalist in the

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00:17:17

Did You Eat Yet?: Filipino Food Edition

Asian Book Club ·

2024/01/07

Did you eat yet? This is how our immigrant families show they care for and love us. In this segment, we share the foods and specific meal times we'd pair with the past five books we've read - Min Jin Lee's Pachinko, Melissa Chadburn's A Tiny Upward Shove, Elain Hsieh Chou's Disorientation, Sarah Echavarre Smith's The Boy with the Book Store, and the romance anthology Pasko Na, My Love by Elle Cruz, Maan Gabriel, Maida Malby, Mia Hopkins, Sarah Smith, and Tif Marcelo. This

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00:25:03

SPECIAL: 2023 Holiday Edition

Asian Book Club ·

2023/12/27

As the year draws to a close, enjoy this special episode where Jamae and Steven talk all things holidays and share their wishes for you and yours this season. Find us on ⁠⁠⁠AsianBookClubPod.com⁠⁠⁠ and on Instagram @⁠⁠⁠AsianBookClubPod⁠⁠⁠. You can also support us by buying books through ⁠⁠⁠Asian Book Club's Bookshop⁠⁠⁠. Hosts: Jamae Ann Sabangan and Steven Park Edits: Steven Park Music: Drop It by Lunareh --- Send in a voice message:

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00:34:36

Jo Koy, If You're Listening . . .

Asian Book Club ·

2023/12/20

In this final read of book club pick no. 9, we go through the last two stories in the anthology. As Vida and Rafa navigate a secret relationship in "So It's You", Drew and Gel pretend to get back together for the sake of the Moore family in "My Only Love". Maida Malby cooks up multicultural, contemporary romances with "heat, sizzle, [and] spice". You can learn more about her work on her website at MaidaMalby.com and on Instagram @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MaidaMalbyAuthor. Maan

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00:33:25

Who Gave Her the Tortoise?

Asian Book Club ·

2023/12/13

In this second read of book club pick no. 9, we dive into the next two stories in the anthology. As Ollie and Norah figure out how to get into Lola Naty's party in "The Deal", Eden and Nick navigate some awkward territory and hurtful history in "Illicit". Tif Marcelo is a veteran nurse who writes about "the strength of families, the endurance of friendships, and heartfelt romances". You can learn more about her work on her website at TifMarcelo.com and on Instagram

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00:30:55

Tongue Twister 3000

Asian Book Club ·

2023/12/06

In this first read of book club pick no. 9, we're introduced to the first two stories in the anthology. While Ruby and Mason in "Last Minute" could almost boil over with how much fire they have toward each other, Sophie and Travis in "Volcanic Love" cannot deny the embers left burning between them. Sarah Smith wants to make the world a nicer place, "one kissing story at a time". You can learn more about her work on her website at

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00:33:42

I Never Liked Him Anyway

Asian Book Club ·

2023/11/30

In this last read of book club pick no. 9, things get messy before they get better. Max and Joelle's landlord finally clears up the money problems; Max finally sees his mom again; and Joelle puts the pieces back together after she and Max fight. Plus, buckle up for an epilogue surprise! Sarah Echavarre Smith writes steamy romcom novels, making the world a nicer place "one kissing story at a time." Her love for romance started as a young girl when she found her aunt's romance

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00:31:01

Lots of Sexy Descriptions

Asian Book Club ·

2023/11/22

[Content Warning: sexy time] During the third read of book club pick no. 8, Joelle and Max are hooking up and learning more about each other. We also discover why Max has been a moody, grumpy person. Sarah Echavarre Smith writes steamy romcom novels, making the world a nicer place "one kissing story at a time." Her love for romance started as a young girl when she found her aunt's romance collection. You can learn more about her work on her website at ⁠⁠SarahSmithBooks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and

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00:31:54

Back to Their Lovey Dovey-ness

Asian Book Club ·

2023/11/16

In our second read of book club pick no. 8, we rant on Max's audacity. Despite the constant whining (brooding?), romance sparks between him and Joelle. Sarah Echavarre Smith writes steamy romcom novels, making the world a nicer place "one kissing story at a time." Her love for romance started as a young girl when she found her aunt's romance collection. You can learn more about her work on her website at ⁠SarahSmithBooks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on Instagram @⁠⁠⁠⁠AuthorSarahS⁠. Find us on

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00:28:47

Pre-Sexy Time Stuff

Asian Book Club ·

2023/11/09

We're introduced to Joelle and Max, whose dynamic shifts fairly quickly in our initial read. Look out for the splash of spiciness in chapter 3! Sarah Echavarre Smith writes steamy romcom novels, making the world a nicer place "one kissing story at a time." Her love for romance started as a young girl when she found her aunt's romance collection. You can learn more about her work on her website at SarahSmithBooks.com⁠⁠ and on Instagram @⁠⁠⁠AuthorSarahS. Find us on

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00:39:54

Not All Asian Women Feel This Way

Asian Book Club ·

2023/11/01

Revelations emerge, and broken relationships crumble. All the messiness gets even more messy when the story comes to a close. If you haven't been disoriented yet, you absolutely will now. Elaine Hsieh Chou is "a Taiwanese American writer from California." She's also a writing and workshop instructor, a former Rona Jaffe Graduate Fellow at NYU, a NYFA Artist fellow, and the 2023 Fred R. Brown Literary Award recipient. You can learn more about her and her work on her website at

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00:44:28

Regina George Vibes

Asian Book Club ·

2023/10/25

In this fourth read, we find Vivian basking in the limelight while Ingrid tries to take down the DOFO cult in whatever undercover way she can. And in the midst of all this chaos, Ingrid and Stephen's relationship continues to crumble to pieces. Elaine Hsieh Chou is "a Taiwanese American writer from California." She's also a writing and workshop instructor, a former Rona Jaffe Graduate Fellow at NYU, a NYFA Artist fellow, and the 2023 Fred R. Brown Literary Award recipient. You can

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00:39:58

The Tone Was Very 'Murica

Asian Book Club ·

2023/10/18

In the third read of book club pick #7, we're in for some chaos. The brand of chaos we're all too familiar with in the United States of America. Get ready for unleashed fires, so-called "good ol' American freedom", and disintegrating relationships. Elaine Hsieh Chou is "a Taiwanese American writer from California." She's also a writing and workshop instructor, a former Rona Jaffe Graduate Fellow at NYU, a NYFA Artist fellow, and the 2023 Fred R. Brown Literary

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00:36:18

White Men with Yellow Fever

Asian Book Club ·

2023/10/11

[Content warning: brief mention of sexual encounter] In this second read, we witness Ingrid Yang's "racial awakening" and the multiple microaggressions she's faced throughout her lifetime. This one's a doozy. Listen (and read) with care. Elaine Hsieh Chou is "a Taiwanese American writer from California." She's also a writing and workshop instructor, a former Rona Jaffe Graduate Fellow at NYU, a NYFA Artist fellow, and the 2023 Fred R. Brown Literary Award

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