2020 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Winners & Honor Books

2020 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Winner · Picture Book

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Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2019

Queen of Physics

By Teresa Robeson, Rebecca Huang (Illustrator) · People Who Shaped Our World series

A girl defies societal norms to become a pioneering physicist, battling prejudice along the way.

Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature (2020)

48 pages· 1,296 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud

4.3/5 Goodreads · 882 ratings

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Summary: Born in a time when girls were denied education, Wu Chien Shiung defied expectations. Named 'Courageous Hero,' she pursued science, overcoming sexism and racism to become the 'Queen of Physics.' Her groundbreaking work on beta decay earned her global recognition and admiration from luminaries like Enrico Fermi. As the first woman instructor at Princeton and the first female President of the American Physical Society, Wu's journey is a testament to resilience and brilliance. How did she transform the scientific world and inspire generations? Discover the remarkable story of a woman who changed the face of physics forever.

2020 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Winner · Children's Literature

Graphic Nov.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Stargazing

By Jen Wang

Two friends face a celestial mystery and a life-threatening challenge. Can their bond withstand the test?

Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature (2020)

213 pages· 5,113 words· Est. 57 min read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 18,580 ratings

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Summary: Christine and Moon, unlikely friends in a Chinese-American suburb, share secrets and dreams. Moon's visions of celestial beings hint at a deeper mystery, but when she falls gravely ill, Christine must confront her fears. Can she support Moon when reality shatters their world? This heartfelt tale explores friendship, hope, and the courage to face the unknown.

2020 Honor Books

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Bilal Cooks Daal

By Aisha Saeed, Anoosha Syed (Illustrator)

A young boy helps his father cook a traditional meal for dinner.

Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Honor (2020)

40 pages· 658 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,334 ratings

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Summary: Six-year-old Bilal is eager to share his favorite dish, daal, with his friends. As the lentils simmer, more kids gather, curious about the South Asian delicacy. Bilal's excitement turns to worry—will they enjoy it as much as he does? This heartwarming tale explores patience, teamwork, and the joy of sharing cultural traditions, bringing a community together through food.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

I'm Ok

By Patti Kim

A boy's quest for quick cash leads to unexpected friendships and challenges.

Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Honor (2020)

288 pages· 54,954 words· Est. 6 hour read

3.7/5 Goodreads · 489 ratings

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Summary: Ok Lee is on a mission to support his struggling family, but his get-rich-quick schemes aren't panning out. With a talent contest out of reach and a hair braiding business barely afloat, Ok faces pressure from a popular rival and a meddling church deacon. As he navigates these hurdles, an unlikely friendship with the spirited Mickey McDonald complicates his plans. Can Ok find a way to help his family without losing himself in the process?

The 2020 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature

Queen of Physics

Stargazing

Bilal Cooks Daal

I'm Ok

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