Alix Strauss is a trend, culture and lifestyle journalist; an award-winning, four-time published author; and speaker. She is a frequent contributor to the New York Times, among other publications. She is currently on tour with her recently re-issued cult classic novel, The Joy of Funerals which is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

We chatted with Korean American writer Suzanne Park about her journey from corporate marketing to a successful writing career. With inspiration from rom-coms, Suzanne crafts stories that blend humor and heartfelt themes of family, fresh starts, and intergenerational relationships.