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Heart and Hand Virtual Book Talk with Vanessa Chan
2024-05-23 18:00:00 2024-05-23 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Heart and Hand Virtual Book Talk with Vanessa Chan Enjoy a chat with literary rising star, Vanessa Chan, author of The Storm We Made. This critically-acclaimed novel follows a mother and her children as they confront colonial power in Malaya (now Malaysia) during World War II. For adults. Virtual Program -

Thursday, May 23
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-23 18:00:00 2024-05-23 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Heart and Hand Virtual Book Talk with Vanessa Chan Enjoy a chat with literary rising star, Vanessa Chan, author of The Storm We Made. This critically-acclaimed novel follows a mother and her children as they confront colonial power in Malaya (now Malaysia) during World War II. For adults. Virtual Program -

Enjoy a chat with literary rising star, Vanessa Chan, author of The Storm We Made. This critically-acclaimed novel follows a mother and her children as they confront colonial power in Malaya (now Malaysia) during World War II. For adults.

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an exclusive Heart and Hand Virtual Book Talk featuring Vanessa Chan, acclaimed author of the best-selling novel, The Storm We Made. Join us as Library Director Skye Patrick and author Vanessa Chan delve into the novel's captivating saga, which unfolds against the backdrop of Malaya (now Malaysia) during World War II, weaving together the gripping narrative of an unlikely spy, a clandestine love affair, and the relentless forces that challenge even the strongest bonds.

Hailed as a Good Morning America Book Club Pick, BBC Radio 2 Book Club Pick, and New York Times Editors' Choice, The Storm We Made follows a mother and her children as they confront the aftermath of colonial power, facing profound consequences that resonate through their family and nation. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with one of today’s literary rising stars. Reserve your spot for an unforgettable evening!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Entertainment | Education & Literacy | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month |

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