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Yellowface by R. F. Kuang

Print Length: 336 pages
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: William Morrow
Genre: Literary Fiction, Asian American Literature & Fiction

This book is quite intense, so brace yourself for a fairly lengthy review!

If you are someone who enjoys reading books, keeps up with book reviews, and has some knowledge of the publishing industry, then I want to let you know that this particular book may stir up a range of emotions in you. Having studied, volunteered, and worked in the publishing industry myself before transitioning to content marketing, I believe that this book shines a light on some of the darker aspects of this industry.

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What You are Looking for is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama and Alison Watts (Translator)

Print Length: 304 pages
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Hanover Square Press
Genre: Japanese Literature, Adult Fiction, Contemporary

After finishing the book ‘The Door-To-Door Bookstore’ by Carsten Henn, I usually check out the Goodreads “Readers also enjoyed” section below. By scrolling through this section, you can find many books of the same kind. The algorithm used by Goodreads seems to know my preferences better than I do myself, and I fully accept that. Therefore, with a solid 4.3 rating, I couldn’t resist adding this book to my library reserve. And I am so glad that I did.

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