Letting Go of Perfectionism and Portraying Anxiety in Middle Grade Fiction with Gloria Huang

If perfectionism has ever kept you stuck or made you question whether you’re cut out for this whole writing thing, this episode is for you. Gloria Huang, author of the stunning middle grade fantasy Kaya and the Ocean, joins me to talk about: Letting go of perfectionism Writing through self-doubt Revisiting your work with compassion We dive into how she approached themes like childhood anxiety, identity, and the immigrant experience with honesty and heart. Gloria also shares her path to pub...