HalfKorean.com Spotlight: Joel Peterson / Dreams of My Mothers

Dreams of My Mothers is the recently published debut novel by biracial Korean adoptee Joel Peterson.

Based on Joel’s own true story, Dreams of My Mothers tells the story of “a biracial, impoverished boy who, through the transcendent love of his mothers, rises above questions of identity, race, physical limitations, and prejudice to become a unique American success story.”

Joel’s fascinating story has translated to quite a success as Dreams of My Mothers has already garnered consideration for numerous literary awards and critical recognition. Just a few of the awards and recognition already received by Joel for Dreams of My Mothers include: 2015 Eric Hoffer Book Award Winner, 2015 First Horizon Awards Finalist, 2015 Beverly Hills Book Awards Finalist and 2015 National Indie Excellence Awards Finalist.

HalfKorean.com was able to discuss Joel’s background and his novel Dreams of My Mothers.

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HalfKorean.com Spotlight: Joel Peterson / Dreams of My Mothers