How to Hunger

How To Hunger is a collection of short stories that explore the themes of desire, cravings, and folly in the terrain of untidy relationships. The stories feature individuals who are driven by hunger for love, lust, and loyalty, and their voracity for the ordinary and sublime consumes them to the very end.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: Penguin Random House SEA

In the realm of complex connections, a diverse group of individuals, whether coupled or solitary, navigate their desires, cravings, and foolishness. How to Hunger presents a delectable assortment of short stories that delve into the profound hunger of humans for love, lust, and loyalty.

A Singaporean emigrant ponders her sense of belonging amidst her new surroundings. A vegetarian Western tourist encounters a more carnivorous side of Asia in a massage parlor. A young couple embarks on a romantic journey fueled by home-cooked cuisine. A decade-long friendship between Taiwanese and Singaporeans evolves like fine wine. An office worker's suppressed desires bubble over in a hotpot restaurant. A married woman is enticed by the sweet offerings of a suitor. An undertaker experiences a spicy twist in life. And a widower is stirred by the aroma of a curry puff.

These captivating tales offer a glimpse into the diverse tapestry of human experiences, where hunger manifests in myriad ways, shaping our lives and relationships.

Weight: 358g
Dimension: 234 x 153 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789815127836