News and Publicity
Here you can find my most recent activity, such as published pieces and interviews, as well as my past works in the news. Enjoy!
The New York Times - Women in China, Loath to Turn Back the Clock
To the Editor: Re “China’s Male Leaders Signal to Women That Their Place Is in the Home”. By Qin Sun Stubis.
Pencraft Book Awards - 1st Place - “Once Our Lives”
“Once Our Lives” was named the 2023 Best Book Awards winner for cross-genre nonfiction. Past BBA winners include Amy Tan, Pope Francis, Anne Lamott, George Sanders, Julie Andrews, and Clive Barker.
Kirkus Reviews - “Once Our Lives”
“…a sweeping story, rich with detail” and “a wide-ranging story that keeps the reader engaged throughout.”
Asian Review of Books - “Once Our Lives”
“…reads like a novel, poetic and descriptive”
Readers Favorite - “Once Our Lives”
“Once Our Lives” by Qin Sun Stubis was awarded The Readers Favorite 5-star Seal.
The Asian America with Ken Fong podcast
Qin Sun Stubis joined Ken Fong on his podcast to speak about “Once Our Lives”. Click the link below and scroll down to listen!
Glamour UK - “Once Our Lives”
“For some stunning non-fiction . . . this one is perfect for all fans of the multi-generational family saga.”
Ms. Magazine - “Once Our Lives”
“Once Our Lives” by Qin Sun Stubis was chosen to lead Ms. Magazine’s influential monthly list of "Reads for the Rest of Us" and calls the book a "Sweeping creative memoir . . . Reading like a novel, it is engaging, endearing, heartbreaking and hopeful."
Readers’ Favorite - Review of “Once Our Lives”
“A well-written, beautifully immersive book that while non-fiction reads even better than fiction. Very highly recommended.” -Asher Syed
CBS Interview
D.C. Author Qin Sun Stubis pens her family memoir called "Once Our Lives" which is an epic adventure into hidden Chinese history.
Lotus Magazine - “Spooks, Ghosts and Goblins . . . Asian Style"
Do you want to be entertained by spooks this Halloween? Read my story published by Lotus Magazine.
Rachael Herron - “Ep. 391: On Owning a VERY Special Book with Qin Sun Stubis” (podcast)
I was invited by Rachael Herron to discuss my historical memoir, “Once Our Lives”.
The Beacon Newspapers -
“Once Our Lives”
The Beacon Newspapers’ profile of Qin Sun Stubis.
6 Must-Read Historical Biographies and Memoirs -“Once Our Lives”
“Once Our Lives” by Qin Sun Stubis listed at the top left.
Cre8sian - “Amazing Asians In The Arts: Qin Sun Stubis”
Read my interview with The Cre8sian Project.
Grand Magazine - “Becoming The Grandmother I Never Had”
Article by Qin Sun Stubis.
GRAND Magazine - Recommended Reads
GRAND Magazine released their summer recommended reads for grands and grandkids, including “Once Our Lives” by Qin Sun Stubis.
“Despite historic Oscar, Grammy wins, Asians still aren't everything everywhere all at once”
Article by Qin Sun Stubis, Opinion contributor in USA Today.
Mochi Magazine - Interview
Prologue from “Once Our Lives: A Memoir” by Qin Sun Stubis
Mulberry Literary - “Abe’s Garden”
Sun Stubis’ story “Abe’s Garden” is available here, published by Mulberry Literary Magazine in Issue II: Connections. This story touches on humanity, love, and seeing the people who are right in front of us.
Mulberry Literary - Interview
Sun Stubis discusses her start as a writer, her short fiction piece “Abe’s Garden,” and the importance of family and friends in her work with Mulberry Literary interviewer Gabriela V Everett.
Hippocampus - Interview
Interview by Hillary Moses Mohaupt.
“The Proposal”
Sun Stubis’ story “The Proposal” is available in print in The Other Side of Hope Magazine in volume 1, issue 1. “The other side of hope: journeys in refugee and immigrant literature is a UK-based literary magazine edited by refugees and immigrants. We exist to serve, via words, the refugee and immigrant communities worldwide.”
“The World Within The Word ‘Pandemic’”
Sun Stubis’ poem “The World Within The Word ‘Pandemic” was published by the Drexel Paper Dragon Literary Magazine.
“The Lotus Holds the Secret to a Successful Family”
Sun Stubis’ piece “The Lotus Holds the Secret to a Successful Family” explores classic Chinese symbolism and how it holds more wisdom than meets the eye. Read it here in Grand Magazine.
“A Mother’s Diary: Gems and Straw”
“A Mother’s Diary: Gems and Straw” is dedicated to mothers everywhere for their world-changing love that lasts long after they have passed. Read it here on Rona Maynard’s blog.
“Discussion: Are you Privileged? Illiteracy in our Digital Age.”
“Discussion: Are you Privileged? Illiteracy in our Digital Age.” Thank you to Truffles for quoting me in her exploration of modern day literacy in Truffle’s Literary Wonders.
“Use Words, Not Hands to Teach Children.”
“Use Words, Not Hands to Teach Children.” As a mother to two children, I will always support nonviolent means of raising children. Here you can read my analysis of educating children lovingly and without harm in No Spank.