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Asian Stories

Last Updated: March 8, 2024

A Bright Heart by Kate Chenli

A Bright Heart
by Kate Chenli

When sixteen-year-old Migshin wakes up two years before her murder, she seeks to prevent all the horrors she unwittingly set in motion, but the timeline has changed, forcing her to use her intellect and wit to ensure the wrong man does not once again become king.

An Echo in the City by K.X. Song

An Echo in the City
by K.X. Song

Two star-crossed teenagers, Sixteen-year-old Phoenix and seventeen-year-old Kai, fall in love during the Hong Kong protests in this searing contemporary novel about coming-of-age in a time of change.

All the Yellow Suns by Malavika Kannan

All The Yellow Suns
by Malavika Kannan

Sixteen-year-old queer Indian American, Maya, who falls for her white, wealthy, and complicated female classmate, Juneau, is asked to join a secret society of artists, vandals, and mischief-makers who fight for justice at their school.

Artifacts of an Ex by Jennifer Chen

Artifacts of an Ex
by Jennifer Chen

After creating an art exhibit inspired by heartbreak, eighteen-year-old Chloe meets Daniel, but Chloe’s unresolved feelings and Daniel’s fear of being a rebound hinder their romantic prospects and leads Chloe on a journey to rediscover love and prove to Daniel she is ready for a genuine connection.

Gorgeous Gruesome Faces by Linda Cheng

Gorgeous Gruesome Faces
by Linda Cheng

Disgraced teen idol Sunny, comes face to face with Candie, her former bandmate, and the demons of their shared past when the two enter a K-pop competition that devolves into a deadly nightmare.

I'd Rather Burn than Bloom by Shannon C.F. Rogers

I’d Rather Burn than Bloom
by Shannon C.F. Rogers

Alternating between present day and flashbacks, multiracial Filipina-American teen Marisol tries to figure out who she really is in the wake of her mother’s sudden death.

I'm Not Here To Make Friends by Andrew Yang

Starring in a teen reality show with an all-Asian American cast, Sabine Zhang sees this as her opportunity to step into the spotlight, but when the producers want drama at all costs, she is pitted against Yoona Bae. With the season finale looming, can the girls figure out a peaceful way forward, before they lose control of their own narratives?

Kingdom of Without by Andrea Tang

Kingdom of Without
by Andrea Tang

Seventeen-year-old Zhong Ning’er, a wily young thief, must use her wits to survive in an alternate, futuristic Beijing.

The Dos and Donuts of Love by Adiba Jaigirdar

The Dos and Donuts of Love
by Adiba Jaigirda

This pun-filled YA contemporary romance finds a teenage girl competing in a televised baking competition, with contestants including her ex-girlfriend and a potential new crush.

The Fox Maidens by Robin Ha

The Fox Maidens
by Robin Ha

Set in 16th century Korea, this queer, feminist reimagining of the Fox Maiden legend from Korean mythology follows Kai Song, who is determined to be a warrior as she must come to terms with her true identity and take control of her destiny after learning a deadly secret.

The Infinity Particle by Wendy Xu

The Infinity Particle
by Wendy Xu

Clementine Chang moves from Earth to Mars for a new start and is lucky enough to land her dream job with Dr. Marcella Lin, an Artificial Intelligence pioneer. On her first day of work, Clem meets Dr. Lin’s assistant, a humanoid AI named Kye. Clem is no stranger to robots–she built herself a cute moth-shaped companion named SENA. Still, there’s something about Kye that feels almost too human. When Clem and Kye begin to collaborate, their chemistry sets off sparks. The only downside? Dr. Lin is enraged by Kye’s growing independence and won’t allow him more freedom. Plus, their relationship throws into question everything Clem thought she knew about AI. After all, if Kye is sentient enough to have feelings, shouldn’t he be able to control his own actions? Where is the line between AI and human? As her past and Kye’s future weigh down on her, Clem becomes determined to help him break free–even if it means risking everything she came to Mars for.