2023 CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) Winners & Honor Books

2023 CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) Winner · Children's Fiction

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Maizy Chen's Last Chance

A family restaurant hides secrets, sparking a young girl's quest for truth.

Newbery Honor (2023)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2022)CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) (2023)Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature (2023)

277 pages· 43,539 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 5,390 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Maizy visits Last Chance, Minnesota, where her family's Chinese restaurant, the Golden Palace, holds hidden secrets. As she uncovers mysteries, including a missing treasure and a racist note, Maizy must navigate family tensions and unravel the past. Why do her mom and grandmother clash? Who are the people in the old photos? Maizy's journey reveals surprising truths about family, identity, and resilience.

2023 CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) Winner · Children's Non-fiction

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

Maya Lin

By Grace Lin, Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger (Illustrator), Gillian Flint (Illustrator) · She Persisted series

A young designer defies critics to create a lasting memorial.

CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) (2023)

80 pages

4.3/5 Goodreads · 101 ratings

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Summary: Maya Lin, a young architect, faces intense opposition due to her gender, age, and race when chosen to design the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Despite the challenges, her vision becomes an iconic tribute. Discover how Maya's determination and creativity overcame adversity, inspiring future generations. What drove her to persist against the odds, and how can her story inspire you to make a difference?

2023 Honor Books

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Key Player

By Kelly Yang · Book #4 in the Front Desk series

Mia must score interviews with secretive soccer teams to boost her grade and unite her dual identities.

CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association) Honor (2023)

288 pages· 61,300 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 3,764 ratings

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Summary: Mia Tang is caught in a whirlwind as the Women's World Cup finals approach in Southern California. With her P.E. grade at risk, she devises a plan to interview the elusive U.S. and China teams to secure her spot at journalism camp. Meanwhile, her family's dream of homeownership faces unexpected hurdles, and Mr. Yao's return complicates life at the motel. As Mia navigates these challenges, she must confront prejudice and her own fears. Can she unite her two worlds and achieve her goals, or will the obstacles prove too great? Discover Mia's journey to triumph.

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