About this episode
Mary H.K. Choi joins Traci Thomas to discuss her new novel 'Pool House' and the current literary landscape.
Today on The Stacks, we’re joined by best-selling author Mary H.K. Choi to discuss her newest novel, Pool House . Set against the backdrop of Hollywood, this book explores the complex relationship between Stevie and her mother, Moon, as they share their glass-walled pool house when financial struggles force them to rent out their home. We chat about what it’s like publishing a book in today’s literary landscape, her very specific snack and beverage lineup, and her journey into adult novels after establishing a YA career. The Stacks Book Club pick for June is The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho. We’ll be discussing the book with Mary H.K. Choi on Wednesday, June 24th. You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks website: https://www.thestackspodcast.com/2026/6/3/ep-427-mary-hk-choi Connect with Mary: Instagram | Threads | Substack | Website Connect with The Stacks: Instagram | Threads | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Substack | Youtube | Subscribe See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
People in this episode
Host: Traci Thomas
Guest: Mary H.K. Choi
Topics covered
- books
- publishing
- literary landscape
- mother-daughter relationship
- adult novels
- snacks and beverages
Keywords
- Mary H.K. Choi
- Pool House
- The Alchemist
- publishing
- adult novels
- mother-daughter relationship
- snacks
- beverages
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Pool House, The Alchemist
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