When Chinese Culture Gets Mistaken for Korean or Japanese
As K-pop, anime, and Korean beauty dominate, Chinese traditions are often misattributed or erased. Asian American youth unpack sinophobia and soft power in this article.
Ananya Devarajan on Her Debut YA Romance Novel “Kismat Connection”
Medical student and debut author Ananya Devarajan defies boxes and talks astrology in her young adult romance “Kismat Connection.”
Being Queer and Chinese: Four Movies That Spoke to Who I Am
As a queer Chinese American, I found comfort and understanding in my identity through art and media. Four movies, in particular, were important in my journey.
Polite Laughs and Cultural Representation with Frieda Pinto of “Mr. Malcolm’s List”
“Mr. Malcolm’s List” brings polite laughs — the kind you can hide behind a gloved hand — and a more traditional love story forged between like-minded intellectuals who challenge one another.
Being Seen: Joanna Ho’s “Eyes” Brings Asian Representation to Picture Books
Joanna Ho’s “Eyes that Speak to the Stars” follows an Asian boy who finds a new love for the way his eyes are shaped. The book, a companion to “Eyes that Kiss in the Corners,” tells a beautiful story that connects generations of family members.
“The Chair” Places Our Proximity to Whiteness in Full View
Back in February, Netflix announced that their new series “The Chair” would star Korean Queen Sandra Oh. Oh also shares an executive producer credit with …