Cathy Linh Che (Books)

Cathy Linh Che Books

Cathy Linh Che is an author whose work delves into the complexities of identity, family, and heritage. Her poetry explores the tensions between past and present, between what is spoken and what remains unspoken. Che uses language with precision and sensitivity, crafting images that are both personal and universal. Her work invites readers to reflect on the power of narrative and the resonance of our personal stories.

A Is for Asian American

40 pages
2 hours of reading

A comprehensive and spirited exploration of Asian American history--its movements, cultures, and key figures--beautifully illustrated and compelling for readers young and old. Written by the directors of Kundiman--an organization dedicated to nurturing Asian American writers--A is for Asian American is a book for children of all backgrounds and a vital resource for tomorrow's organizers. Asian American identity formation is expansive yet under-taught, and this book is a necessary intervention that will ground readers in joy, history, and solidarity. Co-authors Cathy Linh Che and Kyle Lucia Wu take us on a journey through stories of celebration and resistance: the Third World Liberation Front, the Muslim Ban, Japanese American incarceration camps, Padma Lakshmi, Rashida Tlaib, Sunisa Lee, and more. It is a history of struggle, but also one of great triumph, brought to life with colorful and dynamic illustrations by Kavita Ramchandran.