I Am Golden [Hardcover]

An InstantNew York TimesBestseller!

This joyful and lyrical picture book fromNew York Timesbestselling author Eva Chen and illustrator Sophie Diao is a moving ode to the immigrant experience, as well as a manifesto of self-love for Chinese American children.

What do you see when you look in the mirror, Mei? Do you see beauty?

We see eyes that point toward the sun, that give us the warmth and joy of a thousand rays when you smile. We see hair as inky black and smooth as a peaceful night sky. We see skin brushed with gold.

Praise forI Am Golden:

[A] richly metaphoric celebration of Chinese American identity ... Luminous, gently textured digital art by Diao includes thoughtful, recognizably Chinese cues that add further dimension ... A loving, affecting tribute to how children of immigrants can serve as bridges and torchbearers for their communities. Publishers Weekly,starred review

From the outset, this gorgeous picture book exudes joy and celebration of identity. Through dazzling illustrations, Diao brings to exuberant life best-selling Chinese American author Chens message of finding love and power in ones differences. ... This powerful and uplifting story captures [Chinese] American joy and is a definite must-read. Booklist,starred review

Eva Chenis a first-generation Chinese-American who grew up in New York City. She blames her deviation from pre-med at Johns Hopkins University on a love of fashion and beauty instilled in her by her mother, whose perfect bob and lipstick made a permanent imprint on her impressionable young mind. Previously the editor in chief ofLucky, Eva has also written forELLE,Vogue,Teen Vogue,Vogue China, theNew York Times, and theWall Street JlCß