This memoir is a poignant exploration of grief, identity, and heritage through the lens of food and family. The author recounts her experiences growing up as a Korean-American, the complex relationship with her mother, and the profound loss she endures after her mother's death. The narrative weaves between past and present, detailing the author's struggle to find her identity in the intersection of two cultures and her journey to understanding and accepting her heritage, all while navigating the universal experiences of love, loss, and healing. The supermarket H Mart serves as a symbolic anchor for the author's reflections on her mother's homeland and the culinary traditions that serve as a vital link to her memories and cultural roots.

This novel tells the story of a young boy named Eddie who is left to fend for himself after his mother, a widow and crack addict, disappears. Eddie's mother has been lured into a corrupt and brutal farming operation, where workers are treated like slaves and kept addicted to drugs. The narrative alternates between Eddie's desperate search for his mother and his mother's struggles within the exploitative system, both of them battling against the destructive influence of addiction and systemic racism.

"Anything is Possible" is a collection of interconnected stories exploring the lives and struggles of various residents in a small town in Illinois. The stories delve into the characters' pasts, revealing their secrets, regrets, and the complexities of their relationships. The book explores themes of poverty, trauma, and the human capacity for change, demonstrating that despite hardships and heartbreak, anything is possible.

This book delves into the often overlooked but critical work of caregiving, examining its historical undervaluation and the way it underpins society. The author, drawing from personal experience and extensive research, argues for a reevaluation of labor hierarchies, spotlighting the emotional, physical, and economic challenges caregivers face. Advocating for systemic change, the narrative weaves together feminist theory, socio-economic analysis, and cultural commentary, offering a powerful case for recognizing caregiving as fundamental to our collective well-being and pushing for policies that honor and support this indispensable work.

"All That She Carried" is a poignant exploration of the emotional and historical journey of a single cotton sack passed down through three generations of Black women, beginning with an enslaved woman named Rose who gave it to her nine-year-old daughter, Ashley, when she was sold away. The sack, which contained a few precious items, serves as a powerful symbol of love, resilience, and survival. Through meticulous research and evocative narrative, the book delves into the impact of slavery on individual lives and the enduring strength of maternal love across time and circumstance, revealing the profound connections between past and present.