10/10/2026
Last night, I watched my brother, Pulitzer Prize winner Mitchell S. Jackson, in conversation with New York Times bestselling author Min Jin Lee. Two brilliant writers. One proud brother. Watching you do your thing never gets old, bro.
They discussed American Hagwon, her new novel about a Korean family navigating hardship, sacrifice, and the hope that education will give their children a better future.
What stayed with me: Our kids are hurting. We need to take better care of them and put education first. In a country with so much wealth, why are we still leaving behind those who need help most?
And status doesn’t make one person better than the next. Money, titles, and accomplishments don’t determine our worth.
I’m an avid self help reader, but American Hagwon is next on my list.
Proud of you, bro. Love you. 📚