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• The Revolution According to Raymundo Mata

  Apostol, Gina,

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  This fictional memoir follows Mata’s experiences through the Philippine colonial wars and discovery of writer and revolutionary Jose Rizal. Alongside are comments from pretend literary and historical experts debating the accuracy and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Gabriela Silang

  Aquilizan, Robin Kitana,

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  A colorful children’s biography about Silang’s life as a military leader during the Ilocos independence movement from Spain.

• Purple Ube

  Arp, Hannah,

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  In the midst of adjusting to a new school, Nori finds a way to connect with her classmates through the purple ube that also reminds her of home.

• Uncle Rico's Encore

  Mostly True Stories of Filipino Seattle

  Bacho, Peter,

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  Sharing a life inextricably connected to his community and the generation that came before him, this memoir is a tribute to Filipino Seattle.

• Amboy

  Recipes From the Filipino-American Dream

  Cailan, Alvin, 1983-

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  A vibrant cookbook by renowned Chef Cailan that encompasses family recipes, photos and essays on his life growing up and as a chef.

• All Heathens

  Chan, Marianne,

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  A debut collection of poems that speaks to the authors Filipina-American identity through the themes of religion and colonization.

• Silver Under Nightfall

  Chupeco, Rin,

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  A polyamorous trio must stop an insidious evil and broker peace between humans and vampires. Gory action, sensual love story and a twisty, fast-paced plot. Castlevania fans, this is for you!

• Chloe and the Kaishao Boys

  Coyiuto, Mae, 1994-

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  Chole is excited to move to the United States. Chole’s dad insists she go on several arranged dates in the hopes she’ll fall in love and decide to stay in the Philippines. A sweet story about family, romance and self-discovery.

• The Five Stages of Courting Dalisay Ramos

  De la Cruz, Melissa, 1971-

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  Evan Saatchi is determined to win the heart of his coworker, Dalisay. Since Dalisay is devoted to the traditions of her homeland, Evan must perform the Five Stages of courtship. This romance dances with cultural differences.

• We Belong

  Everman, Cookie Hiponia,

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  A breathtakingly beautiful book about a mother who tells her two daughters a bedtime story that weaves together her personal immigration experiences and Filipino mythology.

• Somewhere in the Middle

  a Journey to the Philippines in Search of Roots, Belonging, and Identity

  Francisco Douglas, Deborah,

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  In this energetic debut, Filipino American blogger Douglas narrates her "quest for self-identity" while serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines, a country she knew little about despite being the birthplace of her father.

• Kailani's Gift

  Gilmore-Young, Dorina Lazo,

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  A sweet celebration of family, Filipino heritage, and dance that teaches kids the value of blessing others with their talents.

• Mixed Plate

  Chronicles of An All-American Combo

  Koy, Jo,

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  With honest, cutting humor comedian Koy discusses his childhood growing up as a half Filipino-American, his complicated relationship with his family, and the sometimes unwanted sacrifices he made to develop his career.

• Arsenic and Adobo

  Manansala, Mia P.,

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  Armed with the nosy auntie network, her barista best bud, and her trusted Dachshund, Longanisa, Lila takes on a tasty, twisted case and soon finds her own neck on the chopping block

• The Sleepless

  Manibo, Victor,

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  A pseudo-pandemic results in a portion of the population that no longer need sleep. When journalist (and one of the Sleepless) Jamie finds his boss dead, his investigation will uncover much larger truths.

• The Human Zoo

  a Novel

  Murray, Sabina,

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  A Filipino-American journalist returns to Manila to research a book about “human zoos” while witnessing her family's suppression by the Gumboc government. An enthralling literary look at Filipino politics and history.

• Bite by Bite

  Nourishments & Jamborees

  Nezhukumatathil, Aimee,

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  Accompanied by a colorful illustration, the author reflects on the memories she has associated with different types of food, as well as the food's place within the greater context of the world and history.

• Pedro's Yo-yos

  How a Filipino Immigrant Came to America and Changed the World of Toys

  Peñas, Roberto,

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  The story of businessman Pedro Flores, inventor of the yo-yo.

• Chasing Pacquiao

  Pulido, Rod,

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  Bobby is a queer Filipino-American. When he is unwillingly outed and attacked, Bobby decides to learning boxing to protect himself. An honest coming of age story about embracing your cultural and sexual identity.

• Isabel in Bloom

  Respicio, Mae,

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  Starting over in a San Francisco is a challenge for Isabel, who misses the Philippines. But she tries to take her grandfather's advice and find familiar things that remind her of home as she begins to build a new life with her mother.