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In a new graphic novel, romance flourishes during the Lunar New Year

In a new graphic novel, romance flourishes during the Lunar New Year

NPR's Book of the Day · NPR

February 21, 202410m 40s

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Show Notes

Lunar New Year Love Story, the new graphic novel written by Gene Luen Yang and illustrated by Leuyen Pham, follows a teenage girl who believes she's been stuck with a generational curse for heartbreak. But during the festivity's traditional lion dance, a chance encounter gives her hope she can rewrite her fate — if she's willing to take a chance. In today's episode, Yang and Pham speak with Here & Now's Robin Young about writing romance for young readers, and what they say are the three essential elements to a good kiss.

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