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We chat with New York Times bestselling author, Jean Kwok about her latest novel, her childhood and her journey to published author.\n** Jean finds success in school, science and even ballroom dancing, so we want to know: when did she consider herself a writer? The answer includes a touching gift from her brother that had us choked up. (02:30)\n** Jean draws so effortlessly from her own life experiences without crossing the line into memoir. We ask how this inspiration finds her. (09:40)\n** Searching For Sylvie Lee follows three complicated women: Sylvie, Amy and Ma. Jean discusses her inspiration for each and whom she relates to most. (13:20)\n** We discuss the secrets Jean buried in the story, the timelines and structure, and how Jean came up with her process. (26:58)\n** We discuss fate vs. free will, surrender, and, of course, astrology. (29:58)\n** Jean shares what complicated women inspire her and what she's loving right now. (47:40)\nFollow us on Instagram and Facebook @popfictionwomen and on Twitter @pop_women. To do a full deep dive, check out our website at www.popfictionwomen.com. Stay Complicated!\nWe\u2019ve launched a platform at patreon.com/popfictionwomen to keep making the podcast you love -- and to make it even better. For a one time contribution to support this episode, use venmo @carinn-jade. Thank you for your support and enjoy the show!!\xa0\nSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices