Crying in H Mart: A Memoir
memoir · First published 2021
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Michelle Zauner is an American musician, singer, guitarist, and author based in New York City. She performs as Japanese Breakfast and published her debut book, the memoir Crying in H Mart, in 2021. [Penguin Random House](https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2200429/michelle-zauner/)
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Frequently asked questions about Michelle Zauner
Who is Michelle Zauner?
Michelle Zauner is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and author who leads the indie-pop project Japanese Breakfast. She is also known for her memoir Crying in H Mart.
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Is Michelle Zauner Korean American?
Yes. Zauner is Korean American, and her work explores Korean heritage, family, grief, and the formation of personal identity.
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How did Michelle Zauner become famous?
She first built a following through Japanese Breakfast, then reached a broader literary audience with Crying in H Mart, which became a number-one New York Times bestseller.
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What influences Michelle Zauner’s music and writing?
Grief, family, Korean food, and identity are recurring influences in her work. She has also discussed artists including Kate Bush, Björk, Wilco, Fleetwood Mac, and Randy Newman as musical influences.
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What major awards and honors has Michelle Zauner received?
Japanese Breakfast earned two 2022 Grammy nominations: Best New Artist and Best Alternative Music Album for Jubilee. Time also named Zauner one of its 100 Most Influential People of 2022.
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