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Karen Wang Author Event!

  • Octavia's Bookshelf 1353 North Hill Avenue PASADENA United States (map)

Join the conversation with Karen Wang about her book The Book of Awesome Asian Women !!

The Book of Awesome Asian Women illuminates the stories of powerful Asian women who have shaped history, providing inspiration and recognition to their incredible contributions across the globe.

A Crucial Addition to Women's History. In a world where the accomplishments of women are finally being celebrated, The Book of Awesome Asian Women brings much-needed attention to the underrepresented stories of Asian women throughout history. This book continues the legacy of the successful "Awesome Women" series by amplifying the voices of those who have often been overlooked or misrepresented. Perfect for anyone seeking gifts for Asian women or gifts for girls, this book ensures these important stories are shared.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Karen describes herself as a ‘history hound.’ History has fascinated her since she was a child,

and she has always been obsessed with uncovering the truth hidden between the pages of history

books. Behind every date and every significant event in history, there is a catalog of untold

stories, and she’s always been passionate about digging them up and understanding the people

behind the events. Themes of social justice, gender equality, and race equality infuse every

aspect of her work.

As a woman, Karen is passionate about discovering and sharing the injustices faced by women

throughout history. She wants to empower women and girls to change the future and strive for

absolute parity between the sexes. Her work is dedicated to sharing lesser-told stories to show

the world that strong women have always been, and always will be, crucial to the future of the

world.

Karen was born in Hong Kong but grew up in Hawaii. She was raised by a single mother whose

strength and resilience fed into her passion for uncovering the stories of strong women

throughout history. Karen loves reading and enjoys indulging in her book addiction. In addition

to writing or having her nose in a book, Karen is also a professional chef and nutritionist and is

continuing her education in Anthropology.

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