Wu’s essay collection “Dancing On My Own” explores the art world, fashion and personal history.
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The Lookout: Notable AAPI Emmy Nominations, Justin Chon’s Newest Film and More
Celebrate Bowen Yang’s historic Emmy nomination, take a look at what’s new in the DC Extended Universe and Naomi Osaka’s latest milestones.
The Lookout: Star-Studded New Releases and Updates on AAPI Current Events
A look at new movie trailers, an up and coming singer-rapper and more on Netflix’s new campaign to spotlight AAPI talent.
It’s Not Too Late To Get In Touch With Your Inner Child With These 9 AAPI-Authored Children’s Books
When was the last time you cozied up with a good book just for fun? Don’t remember? Children’s books don’t have to be just for kids. Whether it’s a […]
Walter Chang Records His Incredible 3-Year Journey to Over 60 Countries
by JAMES S. KIM | @james_s_kim editor@charactermedia.com Many of us daydream about dropping everything we have one day and traveling across the world. Walter Chang actually did it. As […]
Indian American Father Creates Book to Help Children Cope With Loss
If you’re a parent, you may have had to take on the difficult task of explaining loss to your young child. This was definitely a concern for Manoj Abraham who […]
Register for UCLA’s High School Summer Korean Language Classes
For the first time, UCLA is offering a Korean language summer course for high school students of Korean heritage. Students will have the opportunity to spend four weeks through […]
Aziz Ansari’s Book ‘Modern Romance’ Explores How Technology Affects Relationships
We were all sad to see the cast of the Parks and Recreation say goodbye to their loyal viewers during the series finale last week, but when one door […]
Must-Read of the Week: ‘The Steady Running of the Hour’ by Justin Go
In 2008, 27-year-old Justin Go, who is hapa Japanese American, quit his job at a New York law firm to move to Berlin and chase his dream of […]
Must-Read of the Week: “Our Happy Time” by Gong Ji- Young
Among the many lessons to be learned from acclaimed novelist Gong Ji- Young’s Our Happy Time, a book that has sold over a million copies in South Korea and […]
Must-Read of the Week: “Without You, There Is No Us” by Suki Kim
Through a strange turn of events, Korean American journalist Suki Kim finds herself invited to join 30 other Westerners to teach English at North Korea’s Pyongyang University of […]
Must-Read of The Week: “The Birth of Korean Cool” by Euny Hong
Looking for a good read? We have just the thing. Find out what page-turner you should pick up with our Must-Reads of The Week! — There was a […]
CHINEASY: New Book Makes Learning Chinese Easy
Taipei-born entrepreneur, investor and author ShaoLan Hsueh has written a language book called Chineasy to simplify learning basic Chinese words and phrases. The book, which will be released next month, aims to […]
South Korea’s Beauty Captured in New Photography Book
Photojournalist Mark Edward Harris, a frequent KoreAm contributor, shares his impressions and images from his new book that reveals the beauty of South Korea’s off-the-beaten-path regions. by MARK EDWARD HARRIS photos […]
Harvard Law Professor Jeannie Suk Reveals Her Greatest Accomplishment
Teachable Moments Harvard law professor Jeannie Suk shares her personal story in a candid new memoir, written for a Korean audience. by SUEVON LEE For someone just entering the […]
