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<p>I'm looking for a novel that reads like poetry - where should I start? Can you recommend a queer love story with a happy conclusion? What are the best books that explore small-town life? We put your book dilemmas to bestselling author Ocean Vuong and Penguin Editor and award-winning poet Sarah Howe.</p><br><p>Joining Rhianna this week is Ocean Vuong, whose latest book <em>The Emperor of Gladness</em> has been dubbed the first 'millennial Great American Novel' – but what does that really mean, and which classic American novels have inspired him? The author and poet also reflects on the themes and inspirations behind the book, from small-town Connecticut to intergenerational friendships. </p><br><p>Discover all the books mentioned in this episode <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/discover/articles/ask-penguin-podcast-with-ocean-vuong?utm_campaign=Season 3 episode1 &utm_source=penguinwebsite&utm_medium=organic&utm_camteam=penguin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_bl...