JOURNAL ARTICLE

Q & A with Julia Riew.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly (Online), 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ramirez, Amanda 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Julia Riew’s middle grade fantasy novel *Shim Jung Takes the Dive*, which draws inspiration from the Korean folktale "Sim Cheong-jeon." Set in a fictional world blending Korean and American cultural elements, the story follows 12-year-old Shim Jung as she confronts her fear of the ocean and encounters a magical underwater kingdom. Riew, a Korean American composer and writer, discusses how the novel reflects her cultural identity and personal experiences, differentiating it from her related musical *Dive*. She emphasizes the importance of diverse representation and empathy in children’s literature, aiming to create stories that resonate with young readers from varied backgrounds. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publishers Weekly (Online). 2026/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Interview
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:193400385
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