On our final mid-month book news episode in 2025, we review some of the latest Asian American publishing announcements, and weigh in on some recent book tea for December 2025!

Upcoming books mentioned in our publishing news:

1. Light and Thread by Han Kang
2. When We Swallowed the Sea by Janet Hong
3. Limitlessly, Mina by Gianna Lakenauth
4. Take to the Sky by Christina Soontornvat
5. Not Again, Dragon Chen! by Amanda Adams; illust. Wazza Pink
6. Jin Young, In Between by Ellen Oh
7. Don't Print This by Monica Chin
8. A Super Definitely True Story of the Great Animal Race by Dane Liu; illust. Aki
9. Foreigners by E.L. Shen

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The Books & Boba December 2025 pick is Blackmail and Bibingka by Mia P. Manansala

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Don't miss Chinese Republicans, a new play from Alex Lin

Coming to the Roundabout Theatre Company this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew, following three high-powered businesswomen who meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they’ve done for decades. But the group is jolted when Katie, a bright-eyed 24-year-old new to the workforce, joins to navigate the world of corporate finance. As each of the women attempts to steer Katie towards what they’re certain is best, they’re forced to grapple with how much they already have and are willing to sacrifice to climb the corporate ladder.

Tickets for Chinese Republicans on sale now!