A Career in Books: A Novel about Friends, Money, and the Occasional Duck Bun
APublishers WeeklyBest Books 2022: Comics pick
A Career in Books is a graphic novel for everyone who's wanted to "work with books" and had NO idea what it entailed. It's for those who were taken aback by that first paycheck. It's for those who wanted a literary career even in the face of systemic racism, who dealt with the unique challenges of coming from an immigrant family, and whose group chat is their lifeline.
Shirin, Nina, and Silvia have just gotten their first jobs in publishing, at a University Press, a traditional publisher, and a trust-fund kid's "indie" publisher, respectively. And it's . . . great? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ They know they're paying their dues and the challenges they meet (Shirin's boss just assumes she knows Cantonese, Nina cannot get promoted by sheer force of will, and Silvia has to deal with daily microaggressions) are just part of “a career in books.” When they meet their elderly neighbor, Veronica Vo, and discover she's a Booker Prize winner dubbed the “Tampax Tolstoy” by the press, each woman finds a thread of inspiration from Veronica’s life to carry on her own path. And the result is full of twists and revelations that surprise not only the reader but the women themselves.
Charming, wry, and with fantastic black-and-white illustrations, A Career in Books is a modern ode to Rona Jaffe’s The Best of Everything, and perfect for fans of Good Talk, Younger, and The Bold Type, as readers chart the paths of three Asian-American women trying to break through the world of books with hilarious, incisive, and heartbreaking results.
# of Pages: 288
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Plume
Language: en
ISBN: 9780593185483
Kate Gavinowho is a talented and versatile writer, known for her ability to weave together complex and relatable stories. With a background in journalism and a passion for literature, she has honed her skills to create thought-provoking and engaging novels. A native of New York City, Kate draws inspiration from the bustling cityscape and the diverse people who inhabit it. Her writing often explores themes of friendship, money, and the struggles of everyday life. In addition to her writing career, Kate is also a dedicated book lover and has worked in the publishing industry for several years. A Career in Books is her latest novel, showcasing her wit, humor, and keen eye for human relationships.