CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) · 2019

The 2019 CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association)

Front Desk won the 2019 CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association).

2019 CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) Winner
Front Desk
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

Front Desk

By Kelly Yang · Book #1 in the Front Desk series

A young girl juggles motel duties, hidden secrets, and dreams of writing.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2019)CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) (2019)Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature (2019)
298 pages· 64,171 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 47,320 ratings
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Summary: Ten-year-old Mia Tang juggles managing a motel, hiding immigrants, and dreaming of becoming a writer. With her parents' secret at risk of exposure by the harsh owner, Mr. Yao, Mia must summon all her courage and kindness. Can she protect her family, help those in need, and pursue her passion despite her mother's doubts? Discover Mia's journey of resilience and hope in a world where every choice counts.
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