Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Voices: Books for Young Teens

Updated May 7, 2025
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Aru Shah and the end of time
Chokshi, Roshani
Paper Book
Best-selling author Rick Riordan introduces this fantasy adventure by New York Times best-selling author, Roshani Chokshi, inspired by the great epics she grew up on. Named one of 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time by Time magazine! Twelve-year...
Ahmed Aziz's epic year
Hamza, Nina
Paper Book
This hilarious and poignant tween debut--which SLJ heralded as "destined to become a classic" in a starred review--tackles evergreen topics like dealing with bullies, making friends, and the power of good books. A great next read for fans of Merci Suárez Changes Gears and John David...
When you trap a tiger
Keller, Tae
Paper Book
WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL . WINNER OF THE ASIAN/PACIFIC AMERICAN AWARD FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATURE . #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . A PARADE BEST KIDS BOOK OF ALL TIME . A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF THE CENTURY Would you make a deal with a magical...
The first state of being
Kelly, Erin Entrada
Paper Book
Advertising in key school & library media, such as School Library Journal, The Horn Book and Booklist  Educators' Guide Pitch Booklist podcast author interview, keynote opportunities  Featured title in Shake Up Your Shelves, a campaign to promote...
Finding Junie Kim
Oh, Ellen
Paper Book
For fans of Inside Out and Back Again and Amina's Voice comes a breathtaking story of family, hope, and survival from Ellen Oh, cofounder of We Need Diverse Books. When Junie Kim is faced with middle school racism, she learns of her grandparents' extraordinary...
Lunar Boy
Wibowo, Jes/ Wibowo, Cin
Paper Book
Inclusion in updated HarperAlley guide to graphic novels  Featured title in Pride on Every Page, the HarperStacks Pride Month promotion 

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