Author Grace Lin Spins the Old Into the New
Grace Lin, renowned children’s book author and illustrator, weaves Chinese tradition, myths, and tales into her works, remaking them for a younger generation.
Nicole Wong’s Advice for New Mahjong Players
Nicole Wong, author of “Mahjong: House Rules from Across the Asian Diaspora,” gives advice to newbies seeking to have fun, play strategically, and connect with their culture.
“Unassimilable” Reclaims the Asian Diaspora From Assimilation
In her new memoir-manifest, sociologist and speaker Bianca Mabute-Louie spotlights the hold of assimilation and the need to create our own sense of belonging, strength, and beauty.
“Louder Than the Lies” Is A Compassionate Guide to Solidarity and Self-Love
Ellie Yang Camp’s “Louder Than the Lies” is a vital guide on Asian American identity, racism, and solidarity, offering gentle insights for all readers.
Tearing Down Empire in “Blood of the Old Kings”
Korean author Sung-il Kim and translator Antor Hur talk “Blood of the Old Kings,” an epic fantasy where unlikely heroes confront an empire fueled by necromancy and dark magic.
An Excerpt from “The Forest for the Trees” by Leslie Li
Leslie Li’s book is a dark comedy about a clash of cultures and generations, a biracial coming-of-age story, and a psychological thriller about inherited trauma.
The Summer’s Hottest Asian YA Historical and Mythological Fiction Authors
Authors Joan He, Judy I. Lin, June Hur, and Vanessa Le are centering female heroines, epic battles, and romance with stories of and inspired by the East.
Book Releases to Ring in Spring
This list includes memoirs that distill a country’s recent history, fantasies that call upon battles from long ago, and narratives that center the modern immigrant.
Kat Lieu Gives Asian Recipes a Modern Twist in “Modern Asian Kitchen”
With the launch of a new cookbook, Kat Lieu spoke with Mochi about her recipes, her cultural connection with food, and why she amplifies the Asian community.
I Wrote a Book About My Best Friends
Inspired by real-life friendships that have withstood the test of time and distance, guest writer E. L. Shen memorialized these bonds in her first novel, “The Queens of New York.”