Yeo Wei Wei

Yeo Wei Wei

Yeo Wei Wei is an author and translator. Her short stories and translations have appeared in anthologies and journals, including the Best New Singaporean Short Stories anthology, Brooklyn Rail, Mascara Literary Review, QLRS and Sploosh!. Her most recent publications are Diasporic and Clan – sister volumes of translations, transcreations and adaptations of Soon Ailing’s short stories.

Appearing In

ACWP Practitioners Conference

2 Nov 2024
2.00pm to 3.00pm

Room: The Jawline

[Panel] Saving Face: Writing Right or Righting Write?

We know how societal expectations shape authors’ lives and works. But when they must balance these pressures with their literary integrity, what unfolds? Explore the authorial struggle to “save face” while remaining authentic. Discover how these dynamics shape character motivations and storylines, revealing the interplay between societal norms and literary expression. The question remains: is preserving one’s image worth the price?

Speakers: Azhagunila, Nor Faridah, J.C. Hallman
Moderator: Yeo Wei Wei