An Na quotes

If I had to speak in front of a Korean audience, I would be hard pressed to sound other than a little girl. (An Na)
I remember learning new words, trying to figure out what common things like cider, finding myself upset that my parents couldn't help me understand this new culture, that it was up to me to interpret for them as well as myself. View quote
An Na
I had been struggling with how to create a child-like protagonist's voice without making it sound as though I was 'dumbing down' to the character. They are able to see events, people and places with an intensity and open mindedness that adults lack. View quote
An Na

An Na

Occupation: South Korean Author
Born: 1972
Quotes count: 3

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