Why the cult classic American Born Chinese is now required reading — and a TV series

Manoush Zomorodi

TED Radio Hour June 2, 2023

https://www.npr.org/2023/06/01/1179456269/why-the-cult-classic-american-born-chinese-is-now-required-reading-and-a-tv-seri

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Gene Luen Yang

In the cult comic American Born Chinese, Gene Luen Yang weaves mythical folklore with a coming-of-age immigrant story. The author reflects on why his story still feels relevant to young readers. Host Manoush Zomorodi also speaks with Ben Wang, star of the new Disney+ adaptation of the award-winning graphic novel.