Jessica Yang
Jessica grew up in Silicon Valley, yet somehow ended up rather inept at technology. She dreams of reading luxurious novels all day in a greenhouse, and is guilty of writing puns for money. Majoring in Japanese and English literature made her both wary and weary of the Western canon. She can be bribed with milk tea. Follow her on Twitter @jamteayang.
8 Asian Fantasy Books by Asian Authors
Jessica Yang
July 13, 2016
Asian fantasy books written by Asian authors for your summer reading!
We Need More Asexual and Aromantic Headcanons
Jessica Yang
June 13, 2016
One reader on dreaming up asexual and aromantic headcanons for a few favorite fictional characters.
Dystopian YA Tropes and the 2016 Presidential Election
Jessica Yang
June 9, 2016
Can you tell the difference between these classic dystopian YA book elements and the 2016 U.S. election cycle?
When Someone Actually Takes Your Book Rec
Jessica Yang
May 17, 2016
On the eternal joy that comes when a friend actually reads a book you've recommended.
Genre Kryptonite: Magic School Stories
Jessica Yang
May 8, 2016
Why the appeal of magical schools is never-ending.