Asian American literature

Asian American literature is a category of literature regarding works published by writers of Asian descent that are from or have immigrated to the United States. Its subject matter relates to Asian Americans navigating the various experiences, identities, and struggles in the U.S.

Since its official emergence in the late 1960s, Asian American literature has expanded from a minor genre to an established tradition with numerous works becoming bestsellers and winning mainstream awards, such as the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award.

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