In a last minute special episode, Jimmy and
pal Greg Pak chat about his new illustrated book of poetry called I
BELONG TO YOU/MOTHERLAND. It's about growing up half Korean in
Texas and not quite belonging but totally bound to the flora and
fauna of the place. It's also about lessons, memory and the death
of his mother. Great photos by both his mother and Greg with
original art by comic book artists like Shing Yin Khor, Sean Chen,
Ethan Young and more. Greg talks about the origin of the book as a
libretto for a choral group in Texas that will perform it in a few
weeks. They also chat about growing up as latchkey kids and having
the freedom to explore and do things that were normal back then. A
sense of belonging is a strong part of the book as well and Greg
tells of us his struggles. It's also a lovely tribute to his mother
and he talks of the joy of growing up with her and the goodness she
instilled in him. A beautiful memoir indeed!
The book is out June 25th and will be exclusively available for purchase via the Austin, Texas comic book shop Dragon's Lair. It will be available elsewhere shortly after.
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