We Who Produce Pearls

  From Joanna Ho, New York Times bestseller and award-winning author, comes an uplifting call to action that highlights Asian American history, paired with vibrant and colourful illustrations by artist and activist, Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya.   In Joanna Ho’s classic style, she creates a poetic ode that celebrates Asian American communities and their history. We Who Produce Pearls is an anthem that celebrates the richness and diversity of identity. It serves as a reminder of our self-worth, our legacy and most of all, our destiny. Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya’s bright and bold palette illuminates the strength and power within us all, creating a mesmerising, stunning, and magical masterpiece that proves how we can shape our pain and struggle into joy and power. Together, Joanna and Amanda remind readers to rise up, speak out, and step into power.   A vibrant and accessible book for children to learn about culture and diversity, and come to understand their own identities Combining poetic power and artistic talent, this book will own a prized place on our bookshelves, and will stay with readers for a very long time