This Week BIPOC Releases 4/25

Doodles from the Boogie Down By Stephanie Rodriguez Cover Image
$13.99
ISBN: 9780451480668
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Published: Kokila - April 25th, 2023

A young Dominican girl navigates middle school, her strict mother, shifting friendships, and her dream of being an artist in this debut coming-of-age graphic novel inspired by the author's tween years.


Money Out Loud: All the Financial Stuff No One Taught Us By Berna Anat, Monique Sterling (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Berna Anat, Monique Sterling (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9780063067370
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Published: Quill Tree Books - April 25th, 2023

So no one taught you about money, either? Let’s figure this me$$ out together. 

In this illustrated, deeply unserious guide to money, Berna Anat—aka the Financial Hype Woman—freaks out her immigrant parents by doing the unthinkable: Talking about money. Loudly. 


Spicy Spicy Hot! By Lenny Wen Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780316281027
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - April 25th, 2023

A heartwarming and humorous story about one girl determined to embrace the spice of sambal in order to connect with her grandmother and heritage—perfect for fans of Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao and Thank You, Omu!

When Lintang finally gets to taste her nenek’s yummy, mouthwatering sambal, she’s delighted! But when she takes a bite it’s . . .


The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School By Sonora Reyes Cover Image
$15.99
ISBN: 9780063060258
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Published: Balzer + Bray - April 25th, 2023

National Book Award Finalist * William C. Morris YA Debut Award Finalist * Goodreads Finalist for Best Teen Book of the Year * Walter Honor Award Winner * Pura Belpré Honor Book


Mott Street: A Chinese American Family's Story of Exclusion and Homecoming By Ava Chin Cover Image
$29.00
ISBN: 9780525557371
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Published: Penguin Press - April 25th, 2023

A sweeping narrative history of the Chinese Exclusion Act through an intimate portrayal of one family’s epic journey to lay down roots in America

* A Good Morning America, TIME, Book Riot, and Kirkus Most-Anticipated Book *  


We Are a Haunting: A Novel By Tyriek White Cover Image
$26.00
ISBN: 9781662601712
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Published: Astra House - April 25th, 2023

"An absolute triumph." —Michael Schaub, NPR

"Astonishing." —Kiese Laymon, MacArthur Fellow and author of Long Division

"What a beautiful, haunting and hued narrative of American living. I’m in love with this story." —Jacqueline Woodson, MacArthur Fellow and author of Another Brooklyn


Firekeeper's Daughter By Angeline Boulley Cover Image
$14.99
ISBN: 9781250866035
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Published: Square Fish - April 25th, 2023

A PRINTZ MEDAL WINNER!
A MORRIS AWARD WINNER!
AN AMERICAN INDIAN YOUTH LITERATURE AWARD YA HONOR BOOK!

A REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB YA PICK

An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller

Soon to be adapted at Netflix for TV with President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's production company, Higher Ground.


Island Affair: A Fun Summer Love Story (Keys to Love #1) By Priscilla Oliveras Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9781420156096
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Published: Zebra - April 25th, 2023

“This is Us” meets “The Wedding Date”…Latinx style! When social media influencer Sara Vance is stranded sans her flaky boyfriend just before a Key West family vacation, a meet-cute with Cuban-American firefighter Luis Navarro in the parking lot of the airport is the answer to her prayers.


Asian American Histories of the United States By Catherine Ceniza Choy Cover Image
$18.95
ISBN: 9780807012710
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Published: Beacon Press - April 25th, 2023

An inclusive and landmark history, emphasizing how essential Asian American experiences are to any understanding of US history


The Retreat: A Novel By Zara Raheem Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780063035003
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Published: William Morrow Paperbacks - April 25th, 2023

In Zara Raheem’s newest novel we meet Nadia Abbasi—whose attempts to save her marriage create unexpected complications—and follow her as she navigates the twists and turns of love. Perfect for fans of Sonali Dev, Christina Lauren, and Sara Desai.


Always Anjali By Sheetal Sheth, Jessica Blank (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Sheetal Sheth, Jessica Blank (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780593648834
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Published: Random House Books for Young Readers - April 25th, 2023

Meet Anjali! She's the spunky star of this picture book with a timeless message about appreciating what makes us special and honoring our different identities.


Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend By Katie Zhao Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9780593426609
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Published: Random House Books for Young Readers - April 25th, 2023

An epic new fantasy series inspired by Chinese mythology that #1 New York Times bestselling author Kwame Mbalia calls "a hilarious tussle between homework, family, and heroism." When a girl awakens the stuff of legends from an old family recipe, she must embrace her extraordinary heritage to save the world.


Lei Aloha: Celebrating the Vibrant Flowers and Lei of Hawai'i By Meleana Estes, Jennifer Fiedler (With) Cover Image
$32.50
ISBN: 9781984860897
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Published: Ten Speed Press - April 25th, 2023

Explore Hawaiian culture through the art of lei making with flower inspirations and gorgeous photography from stylist, fashion designer, and local island icon Meleana Estes.


Flores oscuras / The Darkness in Flowers By SERGIO RAMÍREZ Cover Image
$21.95
ISBN: 9788420414058
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Published: Alfaguara - April 25th, 2023

Sergio Ramírez, ganador del Premio Cervantes 2017 y del Premio Alfaguara 1998, se asoma a los misterios del alma humana en doce sorprendentes relatos.
 


The Baghdad Villa By Zuheir El-Hetti, Samira Kawar (Translated by) Cover Image
By Zuheir El-Hetti, Samira Kawar (Translated by)
$17.00
ISBN: 9781623717902
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Published: Interlink Books - April 25th, 2023

A young Iraqi woman watches her family life collapse amid the country's political turmoil, turning to the seven world-famous paintings hanging in her family's Baghdad villa to make sense of the chaos around her.