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Messy roots : a graphic memoir of a Wuhanese American by Laura Gao

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A candid graphic memoir that follows the author’s journey growing up as a Wuhanese American, blending personal stories of identity, family, and belonging with reflections on culture and heritage.

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Asian American histories of the United States by Catherine Ceniza Choy

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It’s a comprehensive nonfiction history book that traces nearly 200 years of Asian migration, labor, community formation, resistance, and contributions in the United States, highlighting how Asian American experiences are essential to understanding U.S. history.

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Asian American histories of the United States

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Girls to the front : 40 Asian American women who blazed a trail by Nina Mata

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A lively nonfiction book that highlights the lives and achievements of 40 Asian American women who broke barriers and shaped culture, history, and community.

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A lyrical and intimate story that follows an Asian American family, exploring home, heritage, and identity while honoring the experiences and traditions of the Chinese American community.

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The ABCs of Asian American History by Renee Rutledge

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It’s a children’s nonfiction picture book that celebrates Asian American history and culture from A to Z with rhyming text and colorful illustrations, introducing holidays, famous figures, traditions, foods, and contributions from many Asian American communities.

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Chef Roy Choi and the street food remix by Jacqueline Briggs

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A lively picture‑book biography that follows Korean American chef Roy Choi as he remixes street food in Los Angeles—using culture, community, and flavor to bring people together around good food.

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The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir by Thi Bui

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A poignant illustrated memoir tracing a Vietnamese family’s journey from war-torn Vietnam to the United States, exploring immigration, family bonds, and the legacy of displacement.

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The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir

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Made in Asian America: A History for Young People by Erika Lee

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A clear, engaging history for young readers that traces the experiences, contributions, and struggles of Asian Americans throughout U.S. history.

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Made in Asian America: A History for Young People

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The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee by Julie Leung

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A picture‑book biography about Hazel Ying Lee, a Chinese American trailblazer who became one of the first Asian American women pilots in the U.S. military during World War II.

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Eyes that Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho

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A lyrical picture book that celebrates a girl’s beautiful, unique eyes as she learns to see her own family’s features reflected in the world around her.

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A graphic novel that reimagines the origin of the first Asian American superhero, exploring family, heroism, and cultural identity in a vibrant, action-packed story.

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A darkly comic novel about a Chinese American family whose patriarch is murdered, unraveling secrets, rivalries, and the messy, complicated ties that bind them together.

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A beautifully illustrated graphic novel about a Vietnamese American boy who uses fairy tales to communicate with his parents, exploring identity, family, and the challenges of growing up LGBTQ+.

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A warm, witty YA novel about a Taiwanese American teen navigating family expectations, first love, and self‑discovery while learning to untangle the “red strings” that connect her to heritage, identity, and the people she cares about.

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Everyone Loves Lunchtime But Zia by Jenny Liao

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A warm, playful story about Zia discovering the joys of lunchtime and friendship, highlighting family, culture, and community.

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A gentle graphic memoir about family, food, and growing up between cultures, told through the everyday rituals of making and sharing dumplings.

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One, Two, Three Dim Sum: A Mandarin-English Counting Book by Lo Rich

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A bilingual counting book that introduces numbers in Mandarin and English through colorful, playful dim sum dishes.

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Baby Loves Lunar Phases on Chinese New Year by Ruth Spiro

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A simple, science-forward board book that explains lunar phases through the lens of Chinese New Year celebrations, making big ideas accessible for babies and toddlers.

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A lively, rhythmic picture book that follows a child helping make a Korean meal, celebrating family, culture, and the joy of cooking together.

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A tender picture book about a boy learning family stories, courage, and connection through his family’s cherished spice box as he prepares to cook with his dad and welcome his grandmother.

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A gentle story of a young Hmong American girl finding connection and comfort through family, nature, and friendship.

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Sam Wu Is NOT Afraid of Ghosts by Katie Tsang

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A funny chapter book about Sam Wu, who tries to prove he’s brave by facing (or avoiding) ghosts, with lots of humor, mishaps, and heart.

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A funny, heart‑felt story about Omar, a creatively imaginative boy settling into a new school while navigating friendship, bullying, and family life with humor and resilience.

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The Grand Plan to Fix Everything by Uma Krishnaswami

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An 11‑year‑old girl moves to India and turns her love of Bollywood into a wild plan, discovering friendship and adventure along the way.

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Clara Lee and the Apple Pie Dream by Jenny Han

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A sweet story about Clara Lee, who learns to follow her own dreams and navigate friendship and family expectations after discovering new passions one summer.

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A cheerful early‑chapter book about Yasmin, a curious girl who learns new skills, faces small challenges, and gains confidence with each “give it a try” moment.

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A lyrical, empowering picture book that celebrates resilience, community, and finding strength and beauty in who we are.

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To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han

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A heartfelt teen novel about a girl whose secret love letters are accidentally sent, forcing her to confront past crushes, family, and her own feelings.

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A fun, romantic teen novel about Dimple and Rishi, whose arranged meeting at a summer program sparks unexpected friendship, cultural discovery, and first love.

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Last night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo

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A gripping historical teen novel about a Chinese American girl in 1950s San Francisco navigating identity, love, and societal pressures as she discovers romance at a secret lesbian club.

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A fast‑paced YA sci‑fi/fantasy novel about a fierce young woman who pilots a giant war machine to seek revenge and challenge a patriarchal society, blending mecha action with Chinese history and mythology.

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A powerful YA novel about a Filipino American teen who travels to the Philippines to uncover the truth behind his cousin’s death, confronting family, identity, and social injustice along the way.

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I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed the World by Malala Yousafzai

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The memoir of Malala Yousafzai, who stood up for girls’ education in Pakistan, survived an attack by the Taliban, and became a global advocate for education and human rights.

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I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed the World

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Ms. Marvel, Vol. 1: No Normal by Willow G Wilson

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A superhero graphic novel introducing Kamala Khan, a Pakistani American teen who gains shape-shifting powers and learns to balance her new identity with family, school, and her community.

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A fun, illustrated cookbook full of 50 creative noodle recipes paired with playful names and clear cooking instructions.

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Every Falling Star: The True Story of How I Survived and Escaped North Korea by Sungju Lee

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A memoir recounting Sungju Lee’s harrowing childhood in North Korea, his struggle to survive famine and oppression, and his journey to escape to freedom.

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Every Falling Star: The True Story of How I Survived and Escaped North Korea

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Japanese Paper Crafting: Create 17 Paper Craft Projects & Make Your Own by Michael G. LaFosse

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A hands‑on craft book that teaches 17 Japanese paper‑craft projects with step‑by‑step instructions to make your own designs.

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We are here : 30 inspiring Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have shaped the United States by Naomi Hirahara

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A collection of short biographies celebrating 30 inspiring Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals whose achievements have helped shape the history and culture of the United States.

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I Was Their American Dream by Malaka Gharib

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A humorous and heartfelt illustrated memoir about growing up as a first-generation Egyptian American, exploring identity, family, and the balance between cultural expectations and personal dreams.

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A graphic novel that tells the story of the Boxer Rebellion in China through interwoven perspectives, exploring culture, conflict, and personal loyalties during a pivotal historical moment.

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A thought-provoking novel about a boy who uncovers the truth behind his mother’s disappearance in a society shaped by fear and oppression, exploring family, identity, and the power of art and storytelling.

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Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the Nineties to Now by Jeff Yang

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A lively, illustrated nonfiction that traces how Asian American pop culture, achievements, and identity have evolved in the U.S. from the 1990s to today, celebrating milestones in entertainment, media, and social life while highlighting the community’s growing influence and diversity.

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 Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the Nineties to Now

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A deeply emotional novel rooted in the Asian American experience, following characters as they grapple with memory, loss, and the ties that bind family and identity across generations.

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Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning by Cathy Park Hong

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A candid collection of essays that explores Asian American identity, emotion, and cultural experience, blending personal memoir with cultural criticism.

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Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning

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A lyrical poetry collection exploring grief, memory, and the bonds of family, as the author reflects on loss, love, and the passage of time.

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Crying in H Mart: A Memoir by Michelle Zauner

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A heartfelt memoir in which Michelle Zauner reflects on family, grief, food, and identity as she navigates her Korean American heritage and the loss of her mother.

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Daughter of the Dragon : Anna May Wong’s Rendezvous With American History by Yunte Huang

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A biography of Anna May Wong, Hollywood’s first Chinese American movie star, exploring her career, challenges, and impact on Asian American history and culture.

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Daughter of the Dragon : Anna May Wong’s Rendezvous With American History

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Biting the Hand: Growing Up Asian in Black and White America by Julia Lee

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A powerful nonfiction memoir in which Julia Lee reflects on growing up as a Korean American between Black and white America, questioning identity, race, and belonging while exploring how Asian American experiences intersect with history and social justice.

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Biting the Hand: Growing Up Asian in Black and White America

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Slow Noodles : A Cambodian Memoir of Love, Loss, and Family Recipes by Chantha Nguon

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A warm memoir that weaves family recipes with stories of love, loss, and Cambodian American identity as the author reflects on food, heritage, and belonging.

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Slow Noodles : A Cambodian Memoir of Love, Loss, and Family Recipes

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Year of the Tiger : An Activist’s Life by Alice Wong

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A memoir by activist Alice Wong that blends essays, stories, and personal reflections on her life as a disabled Asian American organizer, community builder, and advocate for disability justice.

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Noodles, Rice, and Everything Spice: A Thai Comic Book Cookbook by Christina De Witte

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A fun comic‑style cookbook that celebrates Thai food and culture by teaching recipes and kitchen skills through engaging illustrations and storytelling.

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Noodles, Rice, and Everything Spice: A Thai Comic Book Cookbook

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Di An: The Salty, Sour, Sweet and Spicy Flavors of Vietnamese by Tue Nguyen

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It’s a cookbook full of vibrant Vietnamese recipes from chef Tue Nguyen, celebrating the salty, sour, sweet, and spicy flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with dishes that reflect cultural heritage and traditions in accessible, modern form.

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Di An: The Salty, Sour, Sweet and Spicy Flavors of Vietnamese

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The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

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A novel about a boy who begins hearing objects talk after his father’s death, exploring grief, mental health, and the ways we find meaning and connection in everyday life.

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A powerful graphic memoir in which George Takei recounts his childhood in Japanese American internment camps during World War II, exploring resilience, injustice, and the importance of remembering history.

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A child's introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander History by Naomi Hirahara

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A lively, illustrated children’s nonfiction book that introduces Asian American and Pacific Islander history, spotlighting influential people, key events, cultural traditions, and the community’s impact on the United States.

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A child's introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander history : the heroes, the stories, and the cultures that helped to build America