
Rachel Khong
3 SeriesRachel Khong is an American author known for her contemporary fiction and non-fiction works. She holds degrees from Yale University and the University of Florida, and previously served as a managing and executive editor at Lucky Peach magazine for five years. Her writing has been featured in notable publications such as Joyland, American Short Fiction, and The San Francisco Chronicle. Khong resides in San Francisco, California.
In "Goodbye, Vitamin" by Rachel Khong, thirty-year-old Ruth returns home after a breakup and quitting her job, only to find her father, a history professor, suffering from memory loss. Her mother's behavior adds to the household's unpredictability. As her father's condition worsens, Ruth navigates her grief with a blend of humor and heartache, transforming her perspective on life.