books in translation

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9 books by Taiwanese, Japanese and Taiwanese/Japanese diaspora writers inspired by my international trip

As a professional book reviewer, I find that I gravitate towards certain themes. Recently, I’ve realized that I…

by serenapuang April 15, 2026

Serena Puang

Serena is a cultural critic and journalist in Baton Rouge. She has written for the New York Times, The Boston Globe, NBC, and many other publications. She’s passionate about writing about communities of color, accessibility, and books. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, the Chronicle of Higher Education, Teen Vogue, NBC, and more. Outside of writing, she's also a local content creator and social media manager. You can contact her at contact@dearyall.net