It’s Lit: Book Talks

In “This Time It’s Real” by Ann Liang, Eliza Lin’s fake essay about a perfect romance goes viral, and to maintain her newfound popularity, she ropes in Caz Song, a charismatic actor, to pretend to be her boyfriend. Set in Beijing, this heartfelt YA romance explores themes of cultural identity, family expectations, and self-discovery as Eliza navigates the blurred lines between fake and real feelin...

A work of fiction inspired by a true story, Matt Tavares’s debut graphic novel dramatizes the historic struggle for gender equality in high school sports.

Lois Lane, our Asian-American high school graduate

Releasing August 28th. Get your copy now!

Touching short bilingual book.

Coming out next week!

Interview with author, Polly Holyoke.

With good intentions and plot, this manga/graphic novel didn’t meet my expectations. Read this for yourself when it’s released February 25, 2025.

Rosie writes romance novels and listens to Taylor Swift on loop. Aiden is a literary fiction writer who doesn’t believe in happy endings. They’re about to write a book together—what could go wrong? The Hating Game meets Beach Read in this sexy and hilarious enemies-to-lovers romance from a debut Peruvian-Tennessean voice.

Unravel the secrets of Olivia Worley's thrilling debut novel, "The Debutantes." Read this gripping tale of four young women navigating the glitz and glamour of high society while uncovering dark secrets that could change their lives forever. With twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this is a must-listen for fans of drama, mystery, and unforgettable characters.

Dive into "Swim Team" by Johnny Christmas. This compelling graphic novel follows Bree, a young girl navigating the challenges of moving to a new town and discovering her hidden talent for swimming.

I skipped book two. Can the third book live up to the hype and expectation?

Pre-order your copy today! Coming out Nov. 19th!

Pre-orders yours day! Release date: July 30th

Cute and wholesome read by author/illustrator Mei Yu

Okay graphic novel

Spanglish graphic novel about overcoming invisibility to get to know others.

Trinidadian author shares a Carnival story

Looking for your next great read? Tune in to our latest podcast episode where we dive into "Do Over" by Suzanne Park. Join us as we explore this captivating novel and discuss its themes, characters, and overall impact. Whether you're a fan of contemporary fiction or just love a good book recommendation, you won't want to miss this review!

🎙️Join me for a deep dive into the literary realm as we dissect the pages of Elyssa Friedland's captivating novel, "Most Likely Club." Whether you've devoured every page or are just diving into this literary adventure, this podcast offers a space to ponder, analyze, and revel in the beauty of storytelling. Tune in and immerse yourself in the world of "Most Likely Club"!

After book one, I jumped to book three and don’t feel like I’m missing anything.

Collection of short stories

PSA: don’t push yourself to read a boring book.

Picture book about the joy of little things

Not the best romance read. 2.5/5