Alina Chau 周曉芬 is an accomplished author and illustrator who has made significant contributions to the animation and gaming industries. Her debut graphic novel,
Marshmallow and Jordan, won multiple awards, including the Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Award and the Sakura Medal for Best Middle-Grade Graphic Novel in Japan in 2023. Her other highly acclaimed children’s picture books include
The Rise (And Falls) of Jackie Chan, Lunar New Year, In the Spirit of a Dream, and the APALA Picture Book Honor,
The Nian Monster. Alina’s work is inspirational and imaginative, a testament to the power of creativity and the importance of embracing diverse perspectives.
Self-Identifiers: First-Generation Asian-American; Indonesian-Chinese; Chinese; Multicultural; International
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