Description

Pomelo Books, paperback

Publication Date: February 28, 2019

Publisher’s Marketing:

“With its new content, this poetry collection now offers layers of meaning both literary and practical, making it a strong resource for teachers of creative writing, school libraries, and anyone interested in exploring identity and belonging.” -Kirkus

In A Suitcase of Seaweed, an NYPL Best Book for the Teen Age originally published in 1996, Janet Wong explored issues of identity in sections defined as Korean Poems, Chinese Poems, and American Poems. In this new book, A SUITCASE OF SEAWEED & MORE, readers will find the original text plus new reflections, insights, and writing prompts accompanying each poem.

-A Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies

-Recognition of Merit Award, George G. Stone Center for Children’s Books

-NYPL Book for the Teen Age

“Wong was born in America of Chinese and Korean heritage, but the basic subjects she addresses in stanzas of free verse aim at the heart of any family, any race.” -School Library Journal