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Liann Zhang’s Pan-Asian Heritage Month Booklist

The second-generation Chinese Canadian author of Julie Chan Is Dead shares her top Pan-Asian-authored book picks, from heartwarming to horrific.

“ ... a must for readers wanting an empathetic yet deep understanding of the Canadian immigrant experience.”

– Liann Zhang

Daughters of Shandong by Eve J. Chung

“Based loosely on the author’s family, this engrossing and poignant story about a mother and her daughters escaping the Communist Revolution perfectly joins history and hope. It is written with so much humanity and compassion that it encouraged me to reflect on my own family history which, too, was shaped largely by the revolution.” 

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Restaurant Kid: A Memoir of Family and Belonging by Rachel Pham

“Raw and painfully honest, this memoir explores finding belonging in Canada by seamlessly weaving through harrowing and hopeful stories through tender and assured writing. Restaurant Kid is a must for readers wanting an empathetic yet deep understanding of the Canadian immigrant experience.” 

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This Monster of Mine by Shalini Abeysekara

“Informed by the author’s experience as a lawyer, this book claws through the justice system with flawlessly executed plot twists and engrossing romance. A perfect novel for readers who want to be immersed in a brutal political fantasy where the heroine strives for justice, no matter what.”

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Women of Good Fortune by Sophie Wan

“I support women’s rights and women’s wrongs, and these women do some hilariously entertaining wrongs! Heists, romance, and self-discovery, I loved this story set in the high society of Shanghai.”  

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Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker

“This novel is an emotional and informed exploration on race tensions during the pandemic. Perfect for those who don’t mind a bit of beautifully described gore and creepy Chinese ghost folklore.” 

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The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim

“A horror novel made for every Asian kid who was forced to eat fish eyeballs during dinner. This is a memorable, creepy, and atmospheric book that will forever take up space in my mind, rent free.” 

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Bingsu for Two by Sujin Witherspoon

“In a day and age where it seems like Pan-Asian stories are centered around struggle, I can’t recommend Bingsu for Two enough. This is a delectably sweet romance that’s the perfect dessert when your reading needs a little sunshine.” 

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New From Liann Zhang

Julie Chan Is Dead: A Novel

In this razor-sharp, diabolical debut thriller, a young woman steps into her deceased twin’s influencer life, only to discover dark secrets hidden behind her social media façade.

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