More Awesome Asian Americans

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20 Citizens Who Energized America

By Phil Amara and Oliver Chin

Series: Awesome Asian Americans

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More Awesome Asian Americans continues the celebrated graphic novel series with profiles of 20 influential Asian American trailblazers across history and culture. From iconic figures like actor George Takei and author Amy Tan to modern stars such as singer Bruno Mars and Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim, the book highlights achievements in diverse fields. Readers explore inspiring stories of resilience and impact, accompanied by Juan Calle’s vivid colour illustrations enriching each 6-page chapter.
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Description

This sequel continues the critically-acclaimed graphic novel Awesome Asian Americans! Learn about 20 more trailblazers who have enriched the USA.

This diverse cast includes historic trailblazers like actor George Takei and author Amy Tan, as well as current celebrities such as singer Bruno Mars and athlete Chloe Kim. They come from a spectrum of vocations and cultures, representing figures like violinist Midori and inventor Amar Bose.

Discover key chapters of U.S. history not typically covered in school, and learn about the amazing deeds of these pioneers. Challenged by discrimination and bias, these stars pushed forward to impact society and motivate others to do likewise.

Kids and adults will enjoy discovering a rainbow of role models. Teachers and librarians will appreciate this useful, groundbreaking anthology. Each profile will inspire the next generation to pursue their passions and make a difference.

Each 6-page chapter features 3 dynamic drawings. Artist Juan Calle's 60 spectacular colour illustrations invigorate these relevant and meaningful portraits.

Bruno Mars (singer)
Amy Tan (author)
George Takei (actor)
Chloe Kim (Olympic snowboarder)
Jim Lee (comics artist)
Midori Goto (violinist)
Amar Bose (audio inventor)
Mazie Hirono (senator)
Peter Tsai (N95 mask scientist)
Mira Nair (filmmaker)
I.M. Pei (architect)
Anika Rahman (human rights lawyer)
Jen-Hsun "Jensen" Huang (Nvidia computer CEO)
Channapha Khamvongsa (activist)
Farhan Zaidi (baseball executive)
Isabella Aiona Abbott (botanist)
Raymond Martin (Paralympian wheelchair sprinter)
Helene An (chef)
Dith Pran (photojournalist)
Katherine Sui Fun Cheung (pilot)

Series: Awesome Asian Americans

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More Awesome Asian Americans

This sequel continues the critically-acclaimed graphic novel Awesome Asian Americans! Learn about 20 more trailblazers who have enriched the USA. This diverse cast includes historic trailblazers like actor George Takei and author Amy Tan, as well as current celebrities such as singer Bruno Mars and athlete Chloe Kim. They come from a spectrum of vocations and cultures, representing figures like...

By Phil Amara and Oliver Chin

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781597021586

Publisher: Immedium

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Immedium

Illustration: Color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Juan Calle

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 132

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Oliver Chin Phil Amara Series: Awesome Asian Americans

About the Author

Oliver Chin wrote thechildren's book series Tales from the Chinese Zodiac and Julie Black Belt, aswell as the sports commentary The Tao of Yao: Insights from Basketball'sBrightest Big Man.

Phil Amara was an editor at Dark Horse Comics, and wrote TheNevermen, The Treehouse Heroes, and So, You Wanna Be A Comic Book Artist? He isan elementary school teacher in Boston, MA.

Juan Calle illustrated GoodDream, Bad Dream: The World's Heroes Save the Night and The Year of theRooster: Tales from the Chinese Zodiac. Oliver, Phil and Juan created The AsianHall of Fame picture book series (The Discovery of Ramen, Fireworks &Gunpowder, and Anime & Manga) and Awesome Asian Americans: 20 Stars WhoMade America Amazing (volume 1).

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