It's two weeks into 2019, but not too late to look back at 2018. I wasn't upset to see it go, but it was a great year professionally and for traveling!JanuaryWho knew Stockholm would feel 40 degrees warmer (Fahrenheit) than Chicago in the dead of winter? I didn't when I … [Read more...]
Hong Kong Noir Events in January
I'm so excited to announce to events next month to bring Hong Kong Noir to readers in Chicago and New York City. If you're in either city at the end of January, I hope to see you there! … [Read more...]
Easy Travel in Hong Kong with Kids
Hong Kong is a great vacation spot with kids that won’t break the bank. With convenient and historic public transportation and lots of free things to see, there's plenty to do, especially when fighting jet lag. Walking around the streets at night is safe and exciting. In Kowloon, … [Read more...]
Photo Friday
I've been thinking back to my mom and uncle's trip to Hong Kong to visit me in 1996 when I was still living there. This trip stood out because as we walked around the city that week, they pointed out their recollections of 1960s Hong Kong. It was so magical to hear their memories … [Read more...]
Afternoons with Christina Matula
I first met Christina Matula four years ago in Hong Kong and bonded with her over books, publishing, and Hong Kong. Every year I return to Hong Kong, we meet up and it's always one of the highlights of my visits. Now Christina is on tour with her new picture book, The Shadow in … [Read more...]