Asian American

  • Reading Filipino American History Month

    As a patron helpfully noted the other day, October is Filipino American History Month! Thanks to that patron’s question, our Filipino American History Month display went up October 1st at the Central Library, and – no surprise – it has been hugely popular. We also published a couple of book lists – one of fiction,… Continue reading

  • The year in Asian American & Pacific Islander fiction

    Each May, in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we take a look at the past year’s novels and short stories from AAPI authors. You’ll find the full list of recent AAPI fiction here. To get you started, here are some highlights from this year’s list: The Family Chao, by Lan Samantha… Continue reading

  • Tenth Annual Seattle Asian American Film Festival

    This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Seattle Asian American Film Festival (SAAFF). The festival, which shares Asian American independent films with Pacific Northwest audiences, takes place March 3 through March 13. All 102 films in the SAAFF’s 2022 program (including 13 feature-length films, 12 shorts programs, and 2 free programs) are available for… Continue reading

  • #BookBingoNW2021 Asian American & Pacific Islander

    There are so many great options for your #BookBingoNW2021 AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) square! Here are a few to get you started, and you’ll find many more on our latest AAPI Fiction Booklist. The City of Good Death, by Priyanka Chapaneri. Banaras on the banks of the Ganges is esteemed a good place to truly… Continue reading