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Special Hallow Edition of A Song for Nagasaki
Inspiring story of Takashi Nagai’s conversion journey
Survivor of the atomic bomb in Hiroshima
Guided prayer experience through Hallow’s Pray40 challenge
Focus on faith, forgiveness, and redemption
Includes reading plan and discussion guide
Perfect for Lent or personal reflection
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Price Range: $16.16
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Vicky Nguyen's journey from refugee to reporter.
Escape from Vietnam's communist regime in 1975.
Humor and heroism intertwine throughout her story.
Challenging cultural gaps with unconventional Vietnamese parents.
Resilience in the face of prejudice and stereotyping.
Transparent account of salary negotiations in journalism.
A heartwarming testament to family bonds and love.
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Price Range: $26.99
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Inspiring memoir by acclaimed director Jon M. Chu.
Explores themes of creativity and belonging.
Shares struggles of cultural identity as an immigrant.
Offers insights on Silicon Valley and Hollywood.
Encourages readers to find their unique path.
Provides a candid look at personal growth.
A must-read for aspiring artists and dreamers.
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Price Range: $1.99
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#1 New York Times Bestseller
Memoir by Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast
Explores family, food, grief, and identity
Heartfelt stories of growing up Korean American
Intimate anecdotes with family memories and photos
Celebrates culture and the bond of motherhood
A must-read for memoir enthusiasts
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Price Range: $9.85
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Memoir of Vicky Nguyen's inspiring journey.
Escaped Vietnam as a "boat person" in 1975.
Combines humor with tales of heroism.
Explores cultural challenges of being Vietnamese American.
Highlights resilience against prejudice and stereotypes.
Captures family bonding through misadventures.
Offers an optimistic perspective on the American dream.
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Price Range: $13.12
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Vicky Nguyen’s inspiring escape from Vietnam.
Humorous tales of growing up as a refugee.
Insightful reflections on cultural identity and belonging.
Vivid accounts of family misadventures and resilience.
Challenges faced in her journalism career.
Heartfelt anecdotes about navigating family expectations.
A testament to hope and the American dream.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Acclaimed memoir on healing from complex trauma.
Investigates science behind complex PTSD and its impact.
Features innovative therapies and personal healing journey.
Explores immigrant trauma and generational impacts.
Offers hope and insights for trauma survivors.
New York Times bestseller with critical acclaim.
Empowering narrative of reclaiming agency from trauma.
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Historical account of Nagasaki's atomic bombing.
Written by survivor Dr. Takashi Nagai.
Explores human resilience amidst catastrophic destruction.
Documents the efforts of dedicated medical staff.
Highlights compassion amid overwhelming despair.
A must-read for understanding human kindness.
Illuminates the darkest and brightest human moments.
Price Range: $30.59
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Explores China’s relations with the West.
Focuses on two pivotal eighteenth-century translators.
Highlights the 1793 British embassy to China.
Examines cultural clashes through Li and Staunton's experiences.
Reveals insights into cross-cultural misunderstandings.
Argues for the importance of cultural go-betweens.
Offers a nuanced perspective on historical events.
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New York Times Bestseller
First-person account of Pacific War experiences
Captures camaraderie and terror of battle
Thrilling memoir by Eugene Sledge
Honest portrayal of combat and humanity
Classic war literature without sentimentality
Based on Sledge's personal notes
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Unforgettable memoir by Michelle Zauner, Japanese Breakfast.
Explores family, food, grief, and identity.
Celebrated New York Times bestseller for over a year.
Heartfelt stories of growing up Korean American.
Rich anecdotes about love and loss.
Includes family photos for deeper connection.
A must-read for memoir and music lovers.
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Price Range: $13.99
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Intimate memoir of running and writing.
Insights from acclaimed author Haruki Murakami.
Explores solitude and passion in creative pursuits.
Captures training journey for New York Marathon.
Engaging blend of humor and philosophy.
Reveals transformative moments in Murakami's life.
Elevates running and writing to an art form.
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Indie bestseller celebrated by major literary outlets.
Profound exploration of companionship and solitude.
A moving memoir about love and grief.
Follows a woman's bond with her cat.
Evokes themes of independence and creativity.
A timeless classic from Mayumi Inaba.
Perfect for cat lovers and literature enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $15.00
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Culinary history of Chinese restaurants in America.
Explores the mystery of winning fortune cookie numbers.
Interviews legendary restaurateurs across the country.
Delves into origins of General Tso's chicken.
Uncovers the Great Kosher Duck Scandal.
Engaging and entertaining cultural insights throughout.
A delightful read for food enthusiasts everywhere.
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Price Range: $9.77
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#1 New York Times Bestseller
Written by Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast
Explores themes of family, food, and grief
Reflects on growing up Korean American
Intimate anecdotes with family photos included
Celebrates identity and cultural heritage
A memoir to cherish and revisit
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Price Range: $14.61
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Captivating memoir by Kari Ferrell, the Hipster Grifter.
Explores themes of identity and self-worth.
Humorous and sharp narrative style throughout.
Details wild escapades and internet infamy.
Heartfelt story of redemption and reconciliation.
Offers fresh perspective on truth and lies.
Engaging and uplifting read for all audiences.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir by Hua Hsu.
Explores friendship, grief, and self-discovery.
New York Times bestseller and acclaimed work.
Captivating storytelling about art and life experiences.
Highlights cultural identity and belonging struggles.
A poignant coming-of-age narrative.
Reflective and thought-provoking memoir to cherish.
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Price Range: $10.45
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Epic account of Everest's deadly summit storm.
Krakauer explores guilt and heroism in climbing.
Balanced portrayal of climbers and Sherpas involved.
Includes new postscript addressing past controversies.
Reflects on personal demons and perceived failures.
Received prestigious Academy Award in Literature.
Challenges commercialization of mountaineering as a sport.
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Price Range: $12.99
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Powerful memoir by director Jon M. Chu.
Explores belonging, creativity, and self-discovery.
A must-read for aspiring artists and dreamers.
Insights from a first-generation Chinese American perspective.
Connects Silicon Valley and Hollywood experiences.
Offers candid reflections on cultural identity struggles.
Encourages readers to find their own creative path.
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Price Range: $15.75
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Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir by Hua Hsu
Explores friendship, grief, and self-discovery
New York Times bestseller and best nonfiction book
Captivating journey through American culture and identity
Intimate account of loss and memory
Rich storytelling and emotional depth
Reflects on art as a source of solace
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Price Range: $15.75
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NATIONAL BESTSELLER blending autobiography and mythology.
Explores intersecting identities: immigrant, female, Chinese, American.
Award-winning classic with profound cultural insights.
Contrasts fierce women warriors with harsh reality.
Emerging sense of self through storytelling and memory.
Incandescent exploration of family’s past and present.
Innovative narrative style captivating diverse readers.
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Price Range: $9.49
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Personal reflections from His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Over seventy years of struggle for Tibet's freedom.
Insights on Tibet’s culture, religion, and history.
Encounters with key Chinese leaders throughout history.
Exploration of geopolitical issues affecting Tibet today.
Lessons on preserving humanity amidst profound loss.
Compelling narrative of hope and resilience for Tibet.
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Classic text by legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi.
Explores combat techniques and martial arts philosophy.
Divided into five elemental chapters: Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, Void.
Includes detailed biography of Miyamoto Musashi.
Enhanced with illustrations for immersive experience.
Modern translation makes wisdom accessible to all.
Timeless strategies applicable in life’s challenges.
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Price Range: $12.90
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Shocking true story of North Korean escapee.
Highlights life in brutal political prison camps.
Explores themes of survival and resilience.
Written by acclaimed journalist Blaine Harden.
Offers insight into North Korea's oppressive regime.
Details the harrowing journey to freedom.
A New York Times bestseller.
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Powerful memoir of a Hmong family's journey.
Tswb's life shaped by war and displacement.
Explores the resilience of women and refugees.
Haunting story of survival and sacrifice.
Written by Tswb's daughter, Kao Kalia Yang.
Destined to become a classic of its genre.
Recognized for its emotional depth and relevance.
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Price Range: $17.71
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Indie bestseller praised by renowned literary outlets.
A moving memoir of companionship and solitude.
Explores the bond between humans and pets.
Beautifully written by acclaimed author Mayumi Inaba.
A meditation on creativity and connection.
Set in nostalgic 1970s Tokyo, rich in culture.
Perfect for cat lovers and literature enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $9.99
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Heartfelt memoir of growing up in Detroit.
Explores identity as a gay Chinese American.
Set in a vibrant Chinese restaurant backdrop.
Mix of humor and poignant life lessons.
Delicious food memories woven throughout the narrative.
Celebrates community and diverse relationships.
Award-winning book recognized for its impact.
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Price Range: $16.86
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Medieval exploration of Japanese American incarceration.
Reflective and multi-layered essay collection.
Examines intergenerational trauma and healing.
Informed by personal and familial histories.
Connects past events to current oppression.
Winner of Booklist's Top Ten History Books.
Provokes deep insights and critical discussions.
Price Range: $16.69
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New York Times Best Seller
Moving memoir of undocumented childhood
A TODAY SHOW #READWITHJENNA PICK
Explores family struggles in America
Qian's journey of resilience and hope
Rich storytelling with lyrical clarity
Highlights the search for belonging
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Price Range: $9.82
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Memoir by Special Forces veteran Tu Lam.
Inspirational journey of resilience and triumph.
Covers battles in life, business, and war.
Insights on overcoming addiction and trauma.
Engaging anecdotes from military and personal life.
For fans of Jocko Willink and David Goggins.
Defying odds and finding inner strength.
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