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At times in my childhood, I thought I had to “pick a side”… – An Author Interview with Mike Yam

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Mike Yam is a sportscaster and studio host for NFL Network and SiriusXM radio. He has worked at ESPN, NBA TV and Pac-12 Network. Fried Rice and Marinara marks his debut in children’s literature. Growing up with a Chinese immigrant father from Hong Kong and an Italian mother, Yam has always been fascinated by diverse […]

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Diverse BookFinder Winter Gift Guide

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It’s that time of year again; when we’re all searching for the best gifts for all our friends and loved ones. Well, we might be a little biased, but here at Diverse BookFinder, we think that books make the very best gifts and if you agree with us, then we’ve got you covered! We’ve offered […]

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“What Color Am I?”: Mixed-race Identity & the “Perfect” Book

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“What color am I?”  My 6-year-old has been asking questions lately as she thinks about how to describe herself to her friends. Given her age, she’s thinking about this in a very concrete way. I’m the Director of the Diverse BookFinder. In addition to co-founding and running this project, I’m also a Professor of Psychology […]

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