In this episode, I talk with author Doan Phuong Nguyen about her debut middle grade book, Mèo and Bé, a story inspired by her family's experience living in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.  We discuss the challenges of writing a story set during a time of incredible heartache and turmoil, and the importance of finding hope in these stories. 

Books and resources mentioned in this episode include:

• Mèo and Bé by Doan Phyong Nguyen
• Save the Cat Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody
• Vermont College of Fine Arts, MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults

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