Gene Luen Yang

Author of graphic novels and comic books

Gene Luen Yang - Author of graphic novels and comic books
Born

August 9th, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Award-winning author and illustrator created significant works in the graphic novel genre. Wrote 'American Born Chinese', which received the Michael L. Printz Award and was a finalist for the National Book Award. Served as the Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, promoting literacy and comic books. His work often explores themes of identity and cultural heritage.

Wrote 'American Born Chinese'

Received the Michael L. Printz Award

Served as Ambassador for Young People’s Literature

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