I first learned of Brittani Sonnenberg's novel Home Leave (Grand Central, 2014) while reading the stellar lineup of the upcoming Hong Kong Lit Fest. And when I was in Hong Kong a couple weeks ago, I met Brittani Sonnenberg at a book event! I just read Home Leave this weekend and … [Read more...]
Book of the week–Only One Year
Ever since my daughter started reading chapter books this summer, I feel like I've become well-versed in middle grade literature. There's been a push for more diversity in kids lit and I'm all too excited to find books with Asian characters.A recently discovered favorite … [Read more...]
Book of the week–Evergreen
I have to admit that I first heard of Rebecca Rasmussen's new novel, Evergreen (Knopf, 2014) when I went to check out my own book. But I'm so glad I learned about it and read it. What a story.The book is set in northern Minnesota and takes place during much of the twentieth … [Read more...]
Book of the week–Apologies to My Censor
For an open and honest look at expat life in China, I highly recommend Mitch Moxley's memoir, Apologies to My Censor: The High and Low Adventures of a Foreigner in China (Harper Perennial, 2013). It's also a great book for providing inspiration to anyone who moves to a new … [Read more...]
Book of the week–How Does One Dress to Buy Dragonfruit?
First I must add a disclaimer to this review. I'm a contributing author of this stunning new anthology, How Does One Dress to Buy Dragonfruit? True Stories of Expat Women in Asia (Signal 8 Press), edited by Shannon Young. But I was sold on it long before I came to my story. In … [Read more...]
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