Jen Yen | Love, Decoded

What:

Jennifer Yen will appear in conversation with Sarah Kuhn for the release of her Jennifer's book Love, Decoded.

  • This event is free to attend, but registration is requiredYou can register for the event here. Once you register, you will receive an invitation to join the event.
  • NOTE: Because this is a virtual event that will be hosted on Zoom, you will need access a computer or other device that is capable of accessing the internet at a sufficient bandwidth. If you have not used Zoom before, don't worry: It's easy! Here's a quick reference guide to help you get oriented: Getting Started with Zoom

When:

Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 7:00pm Central Time

We work hard to bring events to our community for free, because connecting readers with authors is central to our mission. But these programs are not free for us to put on! If you’re interested in attending this event, we hope you’ll consider purchasing a copy of Love, Decoded from our bookshop. Your support is critical to keeping us here and offering events like this, and we hope to do that for many years to come! 

Because Jen is local to Houston, she will come in to sign copies of Love, Decoded! If you would like your book personalized, please indicate that in the comments.

Blue Willow Bookshop expects all participants to maintain an atmosphere of respect and fairness. Any comments or questions that violate this standard of behavior including any form of harassment, may, at the discretion of the organizers, be immediately removed.

About the Author and Conversational Partner:

Jennifer Yen is a Taiwanese American author who spends her days healing hearts and her nights writing about love, family, and the power of acceptance. Jennifer believes in the magic of one's imagination, and hopes her stories will bring joy and inspiration to readers. If you find Jennifer wandering around aimlessly, please return her to the nearest milk tea shop. She is also the author of A Taste for Love. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @JenYenWrites.
 

Sarah Kuhn is the author of the popular Heroine Complex novels--a series starring Asian American superheroines. The first book was a Locus bestseller and an RT Reviewers' Choice Award nominee. Her YA debut, the Japan-set romantic comedy I Love You So Mochi, is a Junior Library Guild selection and a nominee for YALSA's Best Fiction for Young Adults. She has also penned a variety of short fiction and comics, including the critically acclaimed graphic novel Shadow of the Batgirl for DC Comics. Additionally, she was a finalist for both the CAPE (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) New Writers Award and the Astounding Award for Best New Writer. A third-generation Japanese American, she lives in Los Angeles with her husband and an overflowing closet of vintage treasures. 

Ordering:

Payment type must be "CreditCard." Shipping will be charged if you want the book shipped to you. If you'd prefer to use our curbside pickup program, we ask that you please collect your book(s) within one month of the event date. After that date, your book will be donated to a Houston-based literacy organization.

International shipping can run from $25-50US in addition to the cost of the book and can take up to 3 months to reach its destination. Additionally, we can only ship to certain regions and countries. If you'd like to pursue international shipping, please email cathy@bluewillowbookshop.com.

Event date: 
Tuesday, March 8, 2022 - 7:00pm
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Love, Decoded By Jennifer Yen Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780593117552
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Razorbill - March 8th, 2022

A hilarious, heartfelt rom-com about the unexpected consequences of one teen's quest to help her friends find love, perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Jane Austen.


I Love You So Mochi (Point Paperbacks) By Sarah Kuhn Cover Image
$10.99
ISBN: 9781338608366
Availability: Usually Ships in 4-7 Days
Published: Point - May 5th, 2020

Perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Kasie West, I Love You So Mochi is a delightfully sweet and irrepressibly funny novel from accomplished author Sarah Kuhn.

"As sweet and satisfying as actual mochi... a tender love story wrapped up in food, fashion, and family.