Would you like a personalized, autographed copy of any of my books for a gift or for your collection? Here are four easy ways to get one:
- Attend a reading or signing with Justina!
- Invite Justina to speak at your school.
- Ask your local independent bookseller if they can make arrangements. Many are happy to do so!
- Contact Island Books, Justina’s local indie bookstore, and the wonderful team there will take care of you!
With Twice the Love, Dessie Mei
- “Justina Chen is such a welcome voice in middle grade literature! With her engaging writing, readers will discover that America’s promise is for all of us.”
— Grace Lin, Newbery Honor winning author of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
- “When fate delivers a shocking surprise, Dessie’s life is turned-upside down. Family and friendship are tested in this wonderful heartfelt novel about what it means to belong.”
— Lisa Yee, Newbery Honor Winner
Lovely, Dark, and Deep
- Starred review, Booklist
- 10 Exciting YA Summer Book Releases, Pop Sugar
- The 11 Best YA Novels Coming Out In July 2018, Bustle
- The best July 2018 YA book releases that need to be on your radar, Hypable
Return to Me
- “An uplifting story of a teen whose sixth sense proves to be a blessing.” –Publishers Weekly
- “Readers will feel the characters’ pain as they are carried along with the engaging plotline.” –School Library Journal.
The Patch
- Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People
North of Beautiful
- Best Books of the Year, Kirkus Reviews
- Finalist, 9 state book awards
- Starred review, Publishers Weekly
- Starred review, Kirkus Reviews
- Starred review, Booklist
Nothing but the Truth (and a few white lies)
- Asian Pacific American Award for Literature
- IRA Notable Book
- New York Public Library Best Book for the Teen Age
- Chicago Public Library Best of the Best
- Starred review, Publishers Weekly
A Blind Spot for Boys
- Booklist Top Ten Books
- Texas Library Association Lone Star Reading List
Girl Overboard
- Junior Library Guild premiere selection