Ep 71: Gloria L. Huang (Kaya of the Ocean) on the Beauty of Imperfection in Life and Storytelling

In this conversation, debut author Gloria L. Huang discusses her middle grade novel Kaya of the Ocean, exploring themes of anxiety, self-acceptance, and cultural representation. She shares her journey as a writer, the impact of the pandemic on children's mental health, and the importance of diverse voices in literature. Gloria reflects on her writing process, the challenges of character development, and the joy of publishing her first book. Throughout the discussion, she emphasizes the signif...