Last Month’s Top Instagram Posts
In June, I posted six books from independent authors, two debut books, four Father's Day Reads, and a special book for World Refugee Day on June 20. Here are some highlights in case you missed them!
Home in a Lunchbox
By Cherry Mo (Penguin Workshop)
Drawing from her own experiences of moving from Hong Kong to the US at age 10, Cherry Mo infuses her debut book with authenticity and warmth. Although nearly wordless, the incredible illustrations effectively convey the story with great depth of emotion. Read more on Instagram.
Peek! A Thai Hide-and-Seek
By Minfong Ho, illustrated by Holly Meade (Candlewick Press)
The book's wonderful illustrations bring the Thai setting to life, from the serene river to the lush forest, providing an immersive experience for readers. The father's unwavering determination and the daughter's mischievous hiding spots create a heartwarming portrayal of the loving bond between a father and his daughter. Read more on Instagram.
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This Month’s Spotlight Interview: Reia Grey
Each month, I interview an author or illustrator for a spotlight feature on my website. If you'd like to be featured, please submit your information through this contact form.
July's Spotlight featured Reia Grey, a mother, wife, full-time working professional, and now, author. Her debut children's picture book, "Where’s Mommy?" follows a young Filipino-American boy discovering that his mother's love is never far away, even when she can't be by his side.
This Month’s Curated Booklists
Here are a couple curated booklists from my Amazon Storefront that might interest you!
We want our kids to learn Mandarin (my husband's native language), but my Mandarin skills (especially reading characters) are elementary at best. I love reading bilingual books with Pinyin to provide language exposure to my toddler and learn new words. I've put together a list of bilingual picture books, mostly in Mandarin, though some are in Cantonese. Explore the list.
Recently, I received a request from a follower to make a list of bilingual Vietnamese books. It's a small list right now, but I hope it will grow over time! Explore the list.
Upcoming Giveaway
From July 9-16 I'm hosting a giveaway for Katie Tang's debut picture book, "A Quiet Heart Keeps You Cool", a charming tale that teaches children the value of inner peace and mindfulness, written in Cantonese, Jyutping, and English. Read my full review here.
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