We check in on the latest book and publishing news in Asian American literature for our March 2021 mid-month check-in! 

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The Asian American community is going through a time of collective grief following a year of rising racial tensions and fear, punctuated by this week’s tragic murders in Atlanta. To our listeners who are looking for ways to take more direct action, either to spread the word, protect our community, or support the victims, here are some resources for you:

• Support the AAPI Community Fund to uplift and protect Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
• 3 Ways to support our community in Atlanta (courtesy of Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Atlanta):
• Sign on to AAJA-Atlanta’s collective community statement
• Donate to support the victims and their families and to support crisis intervention
• Offer to share crisis response resources to those in need

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The Books & Boba March 2020 pick is  Girls of Paper and Fire by Natasha Ngan

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