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Tonight I went to my first-ever book bedazzling event and yes, it was just as magical as it sounds.

There were books, gemstones, cupcakes, wine and champagne all in one adorable bookstore. We bedazzled. We sipped. We snacked. We chatted. We laughed. And by the end of the night, our books were shining almost as bright as the joy in the room.

Turns out, a little sparkle amongst fellow booklovers is exactly what my book-loving soul needed.

Thank you, @riverbendbookshop for hosting such a lovely and fun event!

P.S. I chose to bedazzle the cover of the best-selling book Matriarch by @mstinaknowles. Published by @oneworldbooks @oprahsbookclub

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Every Father’s Day since our kids were born, we’ve kept this one tradition alive: the kids pick out a new picture book for their dad, and we stamp their little handprints inside. What started as a simple idea has turned into the sweetest tradition one that captures their growth year by year, right alongside the stories we love as a family.

Now we have a bookshelf full of stories with tiny prints that have gotten bigger year after year.

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Today is the start of hurricane season.

In this book, it starts as a calm, sunny day on Hatteras Island, North Carolina. But far out in the Atlantic, a powerful storm is gathering strength and everyone’s wondering: When will it hit? Where will it go?

As the hurricane churns closer, meteorologists work around the clock, tracking its every move with satellites and radar. Heroic pilots fly straight into the storm, dodging flashes of lightning to collect the data we need to stay safe. Back on the island, families race to prepare boarding up windows, moving furniture to higher ground, and making sure emergency kits are packed and ready.

Told through a blend of stunning artwork and real-time updates, Hurricane takes readers on a fascinating journey from calm skies to crashing waves, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how hurricanes form, how we prepare, and the science that helps save lives.

Award-winning illustrator and author Jason Chin brings the storm to life with incredible detail and heart, making this book both gripping and deeply informative. With extra facts and visuals at the back, readers can explore even more about how hurricanes work and why understanding them matters more than ever.

Though recommended for ages 4–8, this book is especially ideal for curious kids ages 7–12 and up who are ready to dive into the science, stories, and real-world impact of extreme weather.

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Just a friendly reminder that AAPI stories aren’t seasonal. They’re powerful. Joyful. Moving. Funny. Heroic. They deserve a permanent spot on our bookshelves and in our hearts all year long.

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This stack celebrates everything from groundbreaking athletes and quiet acts of bravery, to family traditions, first days, and bold dreams. Whether you’re looking to amplify AAPI voices or simply want great stories that spark curiosity and connection these books deliver.

Books featured in this reel:

Who Smashed Hollywood Barriers with Gung Fu?
Who is Shohei Ohtani?
Safe Harbor by Padma Venkatraman
May the Best Player Win by Kyla Zhao
On Thin Ice by Jessica Kim @jesskimwrites
We Are Golden: 27 Groundbreakers Who Changed the World by Eva Chen @evachen212 @sophiediao
Riding Through Rice Fields: A Trip to the Philippines by Michelle Sterling
Little Bird Laila by Kelly Yang @kellyyanghk
New by Nina Mata @ninamataart
Icy Fruit: How My Grandmother Spread the Joy of Ice Pops Across Taiwan by Charlotte Cheng @charlottemakesbooks
Our Lake by Angie Kang @anqiekanq
Incredible Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Changed the World by Maia and Alex Shibutani
The Glass Pyramid by Jeanne Walker Harvey and Khoa Le @khoa.le.artwork @jeannewharvey
Yes We Will: Asian Americans Who Shaped this Country by Kelly Yang @kellyyanghk

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From our living room floor to the cozy corners of our local library, I’ve watched my kids fall in love with language, one book at a time. In the early years, these moments were crucial. Early exposure to books builds vocabulary, strengthens bonds, and helps kids discover who they are and who they might become.

I’m proud to be an early years #BrandAdvocate for @Theirworldorg and the #ActForEarlyYears campaign, which advocates for the universal right for every child to learn and grow freely.

Reading isn’t just about letters and sounds. It’s about identity, empathy, imagination, and equity. Our children deserve stories that reflect them and the freedom to read those stories without restriction.

Those early years are where it all begins, where children begin to build vital skills for the future. So yes, we’ll keep heading to libraries. We’ll keep sharing stories. And we’ll keep standing up for the right to read.

Visit the Act For Early Years website to learn more about why early childhood development matters: https://actforearlyyears.org/
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Meet Little Luvvie: a little girl with a big heart and even bigger feelings. She’s learning how to navigate the ups and downs of her first day at a new school.

From New York Times bestselling author and speaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones @luvvie comes a relatable, heart-filled picture book about standing up for yourself, embracing your name, and turning a tough day around.

Things don’t go smoothly for Little Luvvie. A classmate makes fun of her name (rude!), and when she stands up for herself, she gets in trouble. She forgets her lunch. And to top it off, her teacher finds a private note she wrote about not liking her new school. Yikes. But just when the day seems like a total disaster, Little Luvvie figures out how to make things better without losing her spark.

With joyful, expressive illustrations by Joey Spiotto, @jo3bot Little Troublemaker Stands Up is a sweet and funny reminder that our names matter, our voices matter, and even on the hardest days, there’s always a chance to make a new friend.

Available now wherever books are sold. @penguinkids @penguinclassroom

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