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For the last time this year, we highlight the latest book and publishing news in Asian American literature for our December 2022 mid-month check-in, including checking in on the ongoing strike at Harper CollinsNew books and authors mentioned in our publishing news:Shell Song by Sharon Fujimoto-JohnsonUntitled picture book by Sanae IshidUntitled YA horror novels by Judy I. LinTerminal Hope by Michelle WongOutside Mom, Inside Mom by Jane Park; illust by Lenny WenTo Gaze upon Wicked Gods by Molly X. ChangIt's Only a Game by Kelsea YuLittle Sisters by Tomo Miura; translated by Nanette McGuinnessThe Girl with No Reflection by Keshe ChowTagging Freedom by Rhonda RoumaniLittle Bird Laila by Kelly Yan; illust by Xindi YanWhat Lolo Wants by Cristina Oxtra; Jamie BauzaNoodles on a Bicycle by Kyo Maclear; illust by Gracey Zhang*Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *---Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba December 2022/January 2023 pick is Babel by R.F. Kuang** Note that Babel is published by a Harper Collins imprint which is in the middle of a strike with the HCP Union seeking fair pay for workers. Books & Boba supports the HCP Union, as does the author R.F. Kuang, and invite you to support the union by amplifying their message on social media (Twitter / Instagram) and donating to their strike fund. **This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveMentioned in this episode:Imagine what our democracy could be in this new hit history podcast from More Equitable Democracy and Larj MediaAmerican Democracy sucks right now! More specifically, the United States' electoral system is outdated and needs reform to better represent its diverse population. George Cheung and Colin Cole from More Equitable Democracy probe what the U.S. can learn from Northern Ireland's adoption of proportional representation to overcome political divisions and achieve fairer representation. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!Listen to The Future of our Former Democracy now!

On this episode, we discuss our Books & Boba November 2022 book club pick, Year of the Tiger: An Activist's Life by Alice Wong, a memoir by the founder and director of Disability Visibility Project, about her life growing up as a person living with disability as well as a Chinese American in the mid-west, her work in activism and advocacy, and all the food and geeky pop cultural things that she loves. The book is also as a great resource for those looking  for ways to be a better ally to the disabled community.Check out Alice's work and additional resources for the book at: https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/ *Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *---Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba December 2022/January 2023 pick is Babel by R.F. Kuang** Note that Babel is published by a Harper Collins imprint which is in the middle of a strike with the HCP Union seeking fair pay for workers. Books & Boba supports the HCP Union, as does the author R.F. Kuang, and invite you to support the union by amplifying their message on social media (Twitter / Instagram) and donating to their strike fund. **This podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveMentioned in this episode:Imagine what our democracy could be in this new hit history podcast from More Equitable Democracy and Larj MediaAmerican Democracy sucks right now! More specifically, the United States' electoral system is outdated and needs reform to better represent its diverse population. George Cheung and Colin Cole from More Equitable Democracy probe what the U.S. can learn from Northern Ireland's adoption of proportional representation to overcome political divisions and achieve fairer representation. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!Listen to The Future of our Former Democracy now!

On our 200th(!) episode, we highlight the latest book and publishing news in Asian American literature for our November 2022 mid-month check-in, including checking back in on the ongoing publishers strike at Harper Collins.New books and authors mentioned in our publishing news:From Mumbai, with Love by Priyanka TaslimThe Notes by Catherine Con MorseMani Semilla Finds Her Quetzal Voice by Anna LaperaCrow Girl by Charlotte WooInside Scouts by Mitali Banerjee Ruths; illust by Francesca MahaneyThe Star in You by Katrina Moore; illust by Amber RenSix Truths and a Lie by Ream ShukairyTeam Park by Angela AhnWataru Misaka: Basketball's Barrier Breaker by Hayley Diep; illust by Naomi GiddingsA Bright Heart by Kate ChenliMamie Fights to Go to School by Traci Huahn; illust by Michelle Jing ChanUnbecoming by Seema YasminThe Lucky Ones by Zara Chowdhary*Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *---This episode is sponsored by Audible Theater Presents: Good EnemyA father learns that closing the door to his past means shutting his daughter out in Good Enemy, Yilong Liu’s ”gripping and undeniably important world premiere” (Theatermania) now playing at the Minetta Lane Theatre. When Howard makes a surprise cross-country trip to visit his college-aged, TikTok-loving daughter, he’s forced to confront the realities of their relationship and the rift between them—a rift caused by Howard’s refusal to face memories of his life as a young man in China. In a smart, thrilling story that deftly weaves together two generations and two continents amidst sweeping social changes, Good Enemy explores the power of human connections, affirming that no one lives an “ordinary” life, no matter how hard they might try.“With a serious mind, an inventive spirit, and a goofball heart, Good Enemy is a mélange of a play about getting a second chance, and being wise enough to grab it,” cheers The New York Times. Do the wise thing and get your tickets today! Unlock tickets from $45 now using code BOBA25.Get your tickets now at: https://goodenemyplay.com/  ---Follow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:FacebookTwitterGoodreads GroupThe Books & Boba November 2022 pick is Year of the Tiger: An Activist's Life by Alice WongThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveMentioned in this episode:Imagine what our democracy could be in this new hit history podcast from More Equitable Democracy and Larj MediaAmerican Democracy sucks...