I'm so delighted that SUMMER IS FOR COUSINS, written by me and illustrated by amazing Abhi Alwar, has earned a second starred review, this one from Publishers Weekly! Our story about summer, family, and ice cream releases on May 16, 2023 and is available for preorder today! … [Read more...]
A Star for I’LL GO AND COME BACK!
I'm thrilled and honored that my forthcoming picture book, I'LL GO AND COME BACK, has received a STARRED review from Publishers Weekly! This story, inspired by my own grandmother, is about a grandmother and granddaughter, and loves that flies across the world. I'LL GO AND COME BACK is gorgeously … [Read more...]
My Interview in Publishers Weekly!
I was so delighted to be interviewed by Pooja Makhijani for Publishers Weekly and talk about my six 2021 releases, what's ahead for 2022, and how my medical career informs my writing. Read the whole interview here! … [Read more...]
RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE in Publishers Weekly!
I'm excited to see RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE on this fantastic list of 2021 AAPI Books that go beyond stereotypes! Read the whole article to find fantastic selections, from picture books to YA! … [Read more...]
Another STAR for SEVEN GOLDEN RINGS!
I was thrilled and honored that SEVEN GOLDEN RINGS received a SECOND starred review—this one, from Publishers Weekly! Read the full review here. … [Read more...]
Middle Grade Marketing Tips in PUBLISHERS WEEKLY!!
I was honored to be one of the middle grade authors featured in Publishers Weekly talking about marketing tips for middle grade authors! I'm no expert, but I was happy and honored to share what I've learned during my debut year! You can read the full article here. … [Read more...]