Ask the Author: Eugenia Chu
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Eugenia Chu
My first book, Brandon Makes Jiao Zi, because it's based on my son's favorite thing to do with his grandma whenever she comes to visit. When my son was very little, every night before bed, he would list out all the things he did that day and we would make a story from those events. His favorite was always about making Chinese dumplings (jiao zi) with his grandma. And that was how Brandon Makes Jiao Zi was born! Thanks for the question!
Eugenia Chu
James - thank you so much! You are awesome! On Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3...
This means so much to me! Thank you!
This means so much to me! Thank you!
Eugenia Chu
Hi Ellie! I would be happy to take a look at your WIP. Although my story is a little different because I was born in the US so didn't know anything different. Also, my parents speak English and went to grad school in the US, so I didn't have the typical immigrant experience. If you think I can help, please feel free to send me your WIP at eugenia@eugeniachu.com.
Eugenia Chu
I take a break and watch TV and/or have some wine!
Eugenia Chu
The best thing about being a writer is being able to work in your pajamas (like I am doing right now)!
Eugenia Chu
Write about something you know about and/or are passionate about.
Eugenia Chu
I'm currently working on a story about Brandon going to Saturday Chinese School.
Eugenia Chu
When my son was very young, I couldn’t find children’s storybooks to read to him which touched upon Chinese culture and which included some Chinese (Mandarin) words to teach and/or reinforce his Chinese vocabulary, so I started writing my own. I used to tell him bedtime stories based on his day one day just started writing them down.
Eugenia Chu
From my son! Whenever my mom comes to visit, she and my son always make jiao zi (Chinese dumplings). This story is based on their time together.
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