Shining a Light

⭐️ Chicago Public Library 2023 Best Information Books for Older Readers

⭐️⭐️⭐️ Three starred reviews from Kirkus, Publisher’s Weekly, School Library Journal

⭐️ “Bold, striking, and compelling.” — starred review, Kirkus

⭐️ “Words and illustrations movingly dovetail in this essential compendium that aims, per an introduction, to show young readers ‘that they too can stand up and shape the world around them.” — starred review, Publisher’s Weekly

⭐️ “VERDICT A must-have nonfiction title for uppoer elementart and middle school libraries.”“VERDICT A must-have nonfiction title for upper elementary and middle school libraries.”
— starred review, School Library Journal

A collective biography of 40 influential Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, from Kalpana Chawla to The Rock to Tammy Duckworth, whose historical contributions readers may not know but whose light shines on, with stunning illustrated portraits by Hugo Award nominee Victo Ngai.

Meet forty people who helped change the world in countless ways in this beautifully illustrated collective biography.

From scientists to sports stars, aerospace engineers to artists, every person shines in this collection. Dynamic portraits portray each person with bold colors and clever, precise details. Each biography celebrates the determination and courage of people who were on the forefront of changing society.

Using their specific talents, each individual fought for the space for people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to be seen and treated with dignity and respect. Their important legacy lives on today.