APALA Picture Book Award Winners and Honorees
There are a lot of ways to find great, new books. Follow bookstgramers (like me, @AsianStoriesLibrary), peruse the shelves of your local...
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Jan 2022 min read
The Ultimate Collection: 40+ Lunar New Year Books
This list is the result of my quest to compile a comprehensive collection of Lunar New Year picture and chapter books by Asian authors...
Jan 135 min read
Books to Celebrate the Year of the Dragon
With the Year of the Dragon upon us, a special energy fills the air, promising excitement, courage, and a hint of magic. I've compiled a...
Jan 67 min read
Lunar New Year Board Books
There are so many delightful Lunar New Year books, but it can be a challenge to find durable ones that can withstand little fingers....
Aug 19, 20237 min read
Back to School Books by Asian Authors and Illustrators
As the warm embrace of summer gradually gives way to the crisp anticipation of fall, it's time to dust off backpacks and polish pencils...
Jul 14, 202313 min read
Heartwarming Intergenerational Stories by Asian Authors and Illustrators
In this blog post I'll be featuring a collection of heartwarming intergenerational children's picture books by Asian authors and...
Jun 16, 20232 min read
Five Books by Asian Authors and Illustrators to Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival
The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a significant traditional holiday celebrated in various parts of Asia. It's a...
Jun 10, 20236 min read
11 books by Asian Authors and Illustrators for Father's Day Bonding
Father's Day is a special occasion to honor and celebrate the love and bond between fathers and their children. As we commemorate this...
May 11, 20234 min read
9 Heartwarming Books by AAPI Authors and Illustrators to Share with Your Little Ones on Mother's Day
Mother's Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate the love and warmth that mothers bring into our lives. It's a time to honor the...
Apr 30, 20235 min read
From Trailblazers to Trendsetters: 9 Inspiring Collections of AAPI Biographies
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and it's a great opportunity to reflect on the countless contributions that...
Apr 29, 20233 min read
Bobalicious Reads: Celebrating National Bubble Tea Day with Children's Books from Small Businesses
April 30 is National Bubble Tea Day! It's a perfect time to celebrate the delicious and refreshing drink loved by so many. Bubble tea,...
Jan 15, 20234 min read
Lunar New Year Zodiac Animal Picture Books for Year of the Rabbit / Cat
The Chinese and Vietnamese Zodiacs both feature 12 animals, each representing a year, with the Lunar New Year marking the beginning and...
Jan 8, 20236 min read
Alphabet Books by Asian Authors and Illustrators
While alphabet books are a fantastic way to introduce children to letters, I know that the standard "A is for Apple" can get a bit...
Dec 2, 20225 min read
Books for Winter by Asian Authors and Illustrators
Although winter officially starts on December 21st this year, it already feels like it has arrived here (brrr)! With the winter season...
Oct 16, 202219 min read
Asian-Owned Small Businesses and Independent Children's Book Authors
As an advocate for diversity and representation in children's literature, I created @AsianStoriesLibrary on Instagram to amplify the...
Oct 1, 20222 min read
Interactive Books from Asian-Owned Small Businesses
Welcome to my book list featuring interactive books published by Asian-Owned Small Businesses! I am proud to showcase books that go...
Sep 29, 20222 min read
Bilingual Picture Books
Picture books are great for children who are ready to move on from sturdy board books, to more delicate pages, usually around 4 years of...
Sep 29, 20222 min read
Bilingual Board Books
Introducing babies and toddlers to a second language can be a fun and rewarding experience, and bilingual board books are a great tool...
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