Schools Want Leaders. Ann M. Ishimaru Starts With Communities
Japanese American scholar Ann M. Ishimaru explores how history, community knowledge, and shared leadership can help transform education.
Journalist Dion Lim Reflects on Her Journey of Reporting On Anti-Asian Hate
In her new book, “AMPLIFY! My Fight for Asian America,” Dion Lim writes about speaking out for Asian American communities and why we must continue fighting.
Kristin T. Lee Reimagines Christianity for Asian Americans
In “We Mend with Gold: An Immigrant Daughter’s Reckoning with American Christianity,” Kristin T. Lee deconstructs her evangelical upbringing and reclaims a more expansive faith.
From Family History to Fantasy: The Making of “The Last Tiger”
Inspired by their grandparents’ forbidden romance in colonial Korea, Julia and Brad Riew’s young adult fantasy “The Last Tiger” explores love, heritage, and resilience.
Beyond Mangoes and Saris in Nina McConigley’s Postcolonial Revenge Novel
Author Nina McConigley discusses her latest novel, “How to Commit a Postcolonial Murder,” exploring how she decolonizes Western storytelling and navigates the fractured identity of the Indian American diaspora.
Ghiblipunk, Fan Fiction, and Healing: Yueh Yang’s “The Omen Girl”
Author Yueh Yang reflects on how fan fiction, cultural memory, and healing shaped her YA sci-fi debut “The Omen Girl,” blending Ghibli whimsy with survival.
Abigail Hing Wen on “The Vale” and Teaching Kids About Ethical AI
In her middle-grade debut, the bestselling author blends fantasy and technology to spark curiosity and conversations about AI’s role in our future.
A New Chapter for Chinese Fiction in Translation
Han Zhang’s new role at Riverhead Books aims to amplify Chinese voices in translation, reshaping what global readers think of Chinese literature.
Elaine U. Cho On Redefining Sci-Fi in “Teo’s Durumi”
Following the success of space opera “Ocean’s Godori,” Elaine U. Cho sheds light on sequel “Teo’s Durumi” and writing Asian futures with (actual) Asian characters.
Melissa de la Cruz’s “When Stars Align” Explores Fame, Friendship, and Second Chances
Bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz draws from early 2000s icons in her latest novel about former girl group members rebuilding their lives after fame.