{"title":"Trung Le Nguyen","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the enchanting world of Trung Le Nguyen, a celebrated author and illustrator renowned for weaving heartfelt stories that resonate with both children and adults. Known primarily for \u003cem\u003eThe Magic Fish\u003c\/em\u003e, Trung Le Nguyen captivates readers through stunning artwork and poignant narratives that beautifully explore themes of identity, culture, and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Magic Fish\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable graphic novel that reflects on the immigrant experience through the eyes of a young boy attempting to bridge the cultural gap between his Vietnamese heritage and his American upbringing. The story delicately intertwines fairy tales and personal anecdotes, showcasing Trung Le Nguyen’s unique ability to blend magic and reality, offering readers an immersive and enlightening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for young readers, Trung Le Nguyen's books transport audiences to a realm where imagination thrives, and important real-life themes are explored with grace and sensitivity. Browsing through this collection promises not only a visual feast but also an enriching journey that encourages reflection and understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"magic-fish-by-trung-le-nguyen-9781984851598","title":"Magic Fish","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this gorgeous graphic novel that Entertainment Weekly called \"one of the most astounding... of the year,\" fairy tales are the only way one teen boy can express himself to his parents, who are Vietnamese immigrants. But how will he find the words to tell them that he's gay?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNamed one of the best books of the year\u003c\/em\u003e by New York Public Library, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Publishers Weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this gorgeous debut graphic novel, fairy tales are the only way one boy can communicate with his Vietnamese immigrant parents. But how will he find the words to tell them that he's gay? A powerful read about family, identity, and the enduring magic of stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"One of the most astounding graphic novels of the year\" - Entertainment Weekly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTien and his mother may come from different cultures—she's an immigrant from Vietnam still struggling with English; he's been raised in America—but through the fairy tales he checks out from the local library, those differences are erased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut as much as Tien's mother's English continues to improve as he reads her tales of love, loss, and travel across distant shores, there's one conversation that still eludes him—how to come out to her and his father. Is there even a way to explain what he's going through in Vietnamese? And without a way to reveal his hidden self, how will his parents ever accept him?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully illustrated graphic novel speaks to the complexity of family and how stories can bring us together even when we don't know the words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A lyrical masterpiece.\" - BuzzFeed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46501919588588,"sku":"9781984851598","price":37.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19039723482894.jpg?v=1748605474"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/trung-le-nguyen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}