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Kjeld Duits's avatar

What an amazing accomplishment!

I have reported on the radio for almost three decades, but I very much doubt I would have the courage to read a book, especially my own.

I agree with your editor that your not being as fluid as a native speaker "might actually be a selling point, that it would feel real and authentic." I love listening to the real author of a book.

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Sara Siegler's avatar

I love this story about your storytelling! I lived in Kyoto in my 20s, & you being me right back to the magic of Japanese culture and the braid w/ with American strands of stories. Thank you. 🙏👏

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Matthew Rodriguez's avatar

Congrats! I’m happy you decided to record it in your own voice. Looking forward to reading it! 😊

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Patrick M. Lydon's avatar

You made the right call! Congratulations! Really looking forward to the book. Now I figure out how to order the English version to our place here in Korea :-D

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Jim KABLE's avatar

Omedetō! You did it! Bravissima!

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