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30 Books To Celebrate AANPHI Heritage Month

GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

MONSTROUS

by Sarah Myer ; illustrated by Sarah Myer

Immersive and engrossing: a beautifully depicted emotional journey. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

KWEEN

by Vichet Chum

An empowering coming-of-age story with genuine character growth. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

RUTH ASAWA

by Sam Nakahira ; illustrated by Sam Nakahira

An inspiring, beautifully rendered book about an artistic dream that came true. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

MADE IN ASIAN AMERICA

by Erika Lee & Christina Soontornvat

An eminently readable, consciousness-raising U.S. history told from a fresh perspective. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

WITH TWICE THE LOVE, DESSIE MEI

by Justina Chen

Universal themes of identity and belonging radiate in this exploration of international transracial adoption. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

ANZU AND THE REALM OF DARKNESS

by Mai K. Nguyen ; illustrated by Mai K. Nguyen ; color by Diana Tsai Santos

An enchanting fantasy about finding the confidence to take up space in the world. Full review >

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