The Los Angeles Public Library is proud to present Charles Yu in conversation with Gene Luen Yang. This event will be streamed virtually and remain available on the library’s YouTube Channel. This is a free event and those attending the virtual program will have a chance to win a copy of Charles Yu’s book, Interior Chinatown.
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THE BIG READ: CHARLES YU IN CONVERSATION WITH GENE LUEN YANG
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