March 10, 2026

The Isle of Teeth by Tessa Barbosa Song: A nation under the boot of empire, punished for daring to stand tall. Caught up in its resistance are Matiu and Calyx: each labeled a monster, their destinies divided by empire, their fates intertwined by Lady Death. Can they sacrifice what’s left of their humanity for a…

July 23, 2025

So… I’m finally allowed to tell you about what I’ve been working on behind the scenes for the last while! My new YA fantasy novel, THE ISLE OF TEETH, will be published in Fall 2026 by Simon & Schuster Canada. It’s got gothic vibes, draws on real world history, but with a dusting of magic….

September 6, 2024

Attention Seattle and Pacific Northwest folk!  Join Little Saigon Book Street x Friends of Little Saigon at the Little Saigon Creative! This event is completely free! On Saturday, Sept 21, learn about local Southeast Asian authors and celebrate the writing community in Little Saigon!  I will be on the Young Adult panel featuring: Brandon Hoang,…