Xixi Tian
2 books
About the Author
Xixi Tian is an award-winning author whose debut novel, This Place Is Still Beautiful: A Young Adult Story of Mixed-Race Chinese American Sisters and a Hate Crime in the Midwest, has garnered critical acclaim for its poignant exploration of identity, family, and resilience in the face of prejudice. Drawing from her own experiences as a Chinese American, Tian crafts narratives that illuminate the complexities of cultural heritage and the immigrant experience with unflinching honesty and emotional depth. Her writing bridges personal stories with broader social issues, offering young readers a mirror to their own lives while fostering empathy and understanding. A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, Tian resides in the Midwest, where she continues to write about the intersections of race, belonging, and community in contemporary America.
Common genres
Writing style
Poignant
Empathetic
Nuanced
