American Hagwon: A Conversation with Min Jin Lee
December 12, 2026 · 7 PM
Colden Auditorium at Kupferberg Center for the Arts, 153-49 Reeves Avenue, Queens
A live conversation with author Min Jin Lee about her novel “American Hagwon,” including inspiration and writing process.
Join internationally acclaimed author Min Jin Lee for a special evening celebrating the release of her highly anticipated new novel, American Hagwon. From the bestselling author of Pachinko comes a sweeping family saga spanning Seoul, Sydney, and California's Orange County, exploring ambition, identity, education, and the Korean diaspora experience. In this live conversation, Lee will discuss the inspiration behind the novel, her writing process, and the themes at the heart of her work. A book signing will follow the program.