In the lead-up to Merdeka, we're speaking to local creators who have explored Malaysia as a theme in their art. Today, Eisner Award winner Erica Eng shares her inspiration for "Fried Rice" - a coming-of-age story about her younger self seeking her direction as an artist.

Image Souce: Erica Eng, friedricecomic.com

Produced by: Adeline Choo, Lee Chwi Lynn

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn

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Tags:  Evening Edition,  Erica Eng,  Fried Rice,  Eisner Award,  Best Webcomic,  Entertainment,  Other personality interviews,  Book Reviews