Author: AnnSukWang

Ann Suk Wang is a freelance journalist who writes picture books and children’s novels that highlight stories close to her heart, family and heritage. A graduate of UCLA (BA) and Boston University (MS), Ann is an active member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI,) participates in various book writing groups, and was one of five finalists in the “We Need Diverse Books Short Story Contest." When not writing, Ann is most likely dancing, listening to podcasts, advocating for adoption (of children and pets), or sampling the next perfect dessert. She lives in Southern California with her supportive husband, two energetic sons, and canine bestie.

Celebrate AAPI at K-Popalooza This Saturday

Hello Book Friends! Please join me at the end of AAPI Heritage Month, this Saturday 11-2 at an event that not only sounds fun, but is a new experience for LA! I’ll be giving away prizes, signing/personalizing books, and hopefully eating noodles with you! Get free tickets to the event on Eventbrite (You must have…

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Exciting Highs, Scary Lows

Well this has been a year of big ups and recently, some terrifying downs! Recently, I received a concerning health diagnosis that is now, thankfully, resolving! To summarize: Our family was in Berkeley, CA a week ago (May 13) to celebrate my eldest son’s graduation (Congrats Ian!) Within 12 hours and culminating at the graduation…

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EVENTS

NOTE: Please keep checking back here for updates Hear the story behind the story/Reading/Signing COMING UP: **Saturday, May 6 (3 PM) at Clever Bear Toy and Books, Monrovia, CA ** Saturday, June 1 (3 PM) at The Dinosaur Farm, 1501 Mission St, South Pasadena, CA 91030 ________________________ PAST EVENTS: ** Sunday, April 21, 2:35-3 PM…

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Update: Starred Reviews, Honors, Events, and Your Help!

There is A LOT of preparation for a new baby. But no matter how much you think you’re ready, it all feels so rushed leading up to the glorious event. So it is with this book baby (my first and hopefully, not my last!) I feel like I’ve been preparing for ten years. And yet…

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Here WE go! Labor Before Birth

Last week, July 7, 2023, I got the email from my editor that my “cover is up!” This new author was like, “Yay, I can finally tell my friends.” Yesterday night, I realized “Nope, it’s MORE than that!” I tried to Google my title and my name and to my surprise… it is UP, I…

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Needed Vacations and Help From AI

Vacations are important for the soul! May is not only Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, but also Mental Health Awareness Month. So let’s be mindful about observing it in the many ways we can (breathing with mindfulness, taking breaks or seeing a therapist.) For me, whether it’s doing “nothing” at home or taking a plane…

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Saved By the “Buzzard”

Describe something you learned in high school. …that it was buzzer and not buzzard at games 😳🤣