Sidework

A lyrical exploration of motherhood, work, and survival against the backdrop of homelessness and environmental anxiety. Sasha Hom's Sidework tells the story of a homeless Korean adoptee and mother of four navigating life as a waitress in California. Amidst rock stars and tourists, she grapples with motherhood, suicide, environmental degradation, and the search for belonging. This thought-provoking novella marries the mystic with the mundane, tackling immigration, climate change, and adoption with humor and grace. Sidework is perfect for readers seeking a poignant and atmospheric story about resilience and the meaning of home.