Canwen Xu
Debut author of Boring Asian Female, who discusses the book's evolution from women's fiction to psychological thriller, drafting process, and personal emotional truths that informed the novel.
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Apr 27, 2026 • 1h 25min
April Bonus Episode
Canwen Xu, debut author of Boring Asian Female, shares how 25 drafts and a genre pivot turned personal failure into a razor-sharp psychological thriller. Rea Frey, best-selling author and book doula, reveals behind-the-scenes truths about rewriting, shelving manuscripts, and the business moves that actually matter. A candid, fast-paced conversation about obsession, timing, and getting a book right.
