Vincent Yu
Debut novelist and publishing professional whose book Seek Immediate Shelter explores an erroneous missile alert and its aftermath, drawing on a background in biology and short-form prize-winning writing.
Best podcasts with Vincent Yu
Ranked by the Snipd community
May 13, 2026 • 38min
What Would You Do With the Last 19 Minutes of Your Life? Vincent Yu on an Apocalypse that Fizzled
Vincent Yu, a debut novelist and former biologist turned writer, explores what people do when they think the world is ending. He discusses a false missile alert that reveals hidden truths. Conversations hit honesty under threat, why the story focuses on the aftermath, and his ‘petri dish’ method of pressure-testing characters.
