OSGC March Book Club: Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner

Looking for a read that’s intimate, reflective, and deeply human?

This March, we’re diving into Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner, a moving memoir about grief, mother-daughter love, and cultural identity.

Michelle shares her experience of losing her mother and navigating the complexities of belonging, memory, and food as connection. Through personal stories and quiet moments of reflection, the book explores what it means to carry love and loss at the same time.

About the Book:

Crying in H Mart explores themes of grief, identity, family, heritage, and healing. It’s an honest and emotionally resonant read that invites thoughtful conversation and shared reflection.

Trigger Warnings: Parental illness, cancer, death of a parent, grief

Genre: Memoir

Available at: Octopus Books (order in advance) or your local library

Content Disclaimer:

This book discusses loss and family illness. Please read at your own pace and mindfully. We will hold space during our discussion for anyone who wishes to process the emotional aspects of the book.

Event Info:

Tickets are non-refundable – please confirm availability before booking

Can’t make it? You are responsible for finding someone to take your spot

Cancellations require at least 2 weeks’ notice so we can offer your seat to someone else

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