Coming of Age in the Time of Modern Love
Maulik Pancholy paints a beautiful coming-of-age story dealing with anxiety, OCD, sexuality, and fitting in.
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Comedian’s book offers more than just laughs
How Jimmy O. Yang learned to ‘American’
‘White Chrysanthemum’ Is Masterful Look at Comfort Women
The lives of two sisters diverge as each struggles with the realities of war.
Haikus with Hotties Calendar Shines Light on Asian Masculinity
Haikus with Hotties looks to end Asian American masculinity stigma with hot bods and sweet poetry.
Book Review: Max Celebrates Chinese New Year
It’s a simple plot and just one of Max’s adventures in the series, which typically focus on casual events and activities.
The Sympathizer Book Review: An Ambivalent Look at the Vietnam War
“… a thrilling journey through his refugee and resettlement experiences.”
A Feast for Young Imaginations
Jealous gods, fighting monkeys and sumptuous foods highlight this books appeal.
Literary Lots Returns to Cleveland This Summer
Vacant lots give way to children’s imaginations this summer in Cleveland.
Our Favorite Excerpts From Eddie Huang’s “Fresh Off the Boat”
“Whether you accept it or not, when you’re a visible Asian you have a torch to carry because we simply don’t have any other representation.”
Zack Love Put Sex in the Title
An Asian-American with sex appeal? Who knew.
Vote For Your Favorite Authors of Color on Book Riot
Book Riot looks for readers favorite authors of color.
From Empty Lots to Fields of Dreams
Cleveland duo hopes to transform vacant lots into interactive literary adventures for children and families.
The Legend Continues
Marie Lu’s highly-anticipated second act in the Legend series finally arrives in the form of “Prodigy.”
Dumpling Soup, a Delicious Children’s Read
A children’s book on dumpling soup weaves cultural identity into a story of family, food and identity.
Forgotten Country Book Review
Catherine Chung’s debut novel, “Forgotten Country,” meticulously intertwines historical Korea with a fictional plot.
March 2012 Books in Review
A critical analysis of avant-garde contemporary poetry, an escape from a North Korean war camp, a pining gargoyle, a pho vendor and a missing sister, in March’s books.