Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The Clovis Community College Library is pleased to highlight books that honor the history, talents, struggles, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
For more information, check out our Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month research guide.
Check out these and other books through our Library-to-Go program using the CCC OneSearch Catalog.
New in the Library
Every Day Is a Gift: A Memoir
by Tammy Duckworth
Learn the incredible story of Illinois senator and Iraq War veteran Tammy Duckworth and see what inspired her to follow the path that made her who she is today.
Long Live the Tribe of Fatherless Girls
by T Kira Madden
A coming-of-age memoir spanning from 1960s Hawai'i to the present-day of a queer biracial teenager and the lifelines she found in the desperately loving friendships of fatherless girls.
Heart of Fire: An Immigrant Daughter's Story
by Mazie K. Hirono
The intimate and inspiring life story of Mazie Hirono, the first Asian-American woman and the only immigrant serving in the U.S. Senate.
Japan Beyond the Kimono
by Jenny Hall
From elegant haori to cool jikatabi, Hall explores a spectrum of innovative wearable art and introduces us to the fascinating world of artisans, crafts guilds, and consumers of all types.
Gold Diggers: A Novel
by Sanjena Sathian
A magical realist coming-of-age story that skewers the model minority myth to tell a hilarious and moving story about immigrant identity, community, and the underside of ambition.
If I Had Your Face: A Novel
by Frances Cha
A riveting tale about four young Korean women making their way in a world defined by impossible standards of beauty, after-hours room salons catering to wealthy men, ruthless social hierarchies, and K-pop mania.
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
by Joanna Ho
Illustrated by Dung Ho
This lyrical, stunning picture book tells a story about loving and appreciating the beauty of Asian eyes and celebrating diversity.
Our Favorite Day
by Joowon Oh
Charmingly detailed illustrations help tell a touching tale of the bond between grandparent and grandchild in a quiet yet powerful debut.
In My Mosque
by M. O. Yuksel
illustrated by Hatem Aly
This marvelous, debut picture book welcomes the reader as they step in and discover all the rituals and wonder of mosques, Muslims, and Islam.
Year of the Rabbit
by Tian Veasna
Based on firsthand accounts of the author’s family, Year of the Rabbit recounts their desperate struggle to survive the brutal reign of the Khmer Rouge.
Be Water, My Friend
by Shannon Lee
Bruce Lee's daughter Shannon shares the concepts at the core of his philosophies, showing how they can serve as tools of personal growth and self-actualization.
Indian Sun
by Oliver Craske
Craske presents readers with the first full portrait of Ravi Shankar, revealing the personal and professional story of a musician who has influenced countless artists.
