I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Sue Cheung - the author of Chinglish. Which is young adult book based almost entirely on a true story of Sue’s life growing up in the 80s as a takeaway kid, being bullied at school, harassed by customers, navigating her identity as a BBC, as well as some deep and complex family dynamics. It truly was the first book I’ve ever read which I could relate to as a British Takeaway kid and I was so honoured to be able to speak with Sue. We had a nice chinwag and gossip after the record and I just love it when you meet someone who lives up and surpasses your expectations. She was a true delight and so I hope you enjoy. Follow Sue Cheung on Twitter https://twitter.com/suecheungstory Check our besean and follow us on Instagram & Twitter! Website: https://www.besean.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CFU7z6Nnfs9/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/besea_n Support the podcast and buy me a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/itsvivyau Donate to End the Virus of Racism Crowdfunder: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/endthevirusofracism We've reached 14,500 signatures! Sign the petition for media outlets such as The BBC & The Guardian & the UK Government to stop depicting East Asian people in Coronavirus related media: https://www.change.org/p/bbc-stop-depicting-east-asians-in-coronavirus-related-media Join But Where Are You From Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/butwhereareyoufrom Slide into my DMs and keep the conversation going! https://www.instagram.com/itsvivyau Jingle by the talented John Clapper: https://www.instagram.com/john_clapper/

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