It’s Boba Time for Pearl Li!
Perfect for fans of Kelly Yang and Jessica Kim, this joyful, moving middle grade contemporary follows a big-hearted Taiwanese American girl as she aims to gain her family’s acceptance and save her favorite boba tea shop by selling her handcrafted amigurumi dolls.
Pearl Li is ready to spend the summer before seventh grade hanging out with her two best friends, crocheting the cutest amigurumi dolls, and visiting her favorite tea shop, Boba Time. Its quirky owner, Auntie Cha, is the only adult Pearl can confide in about her art—if only her tech-obsessed family would understand her love of crafts!
After Pearl learns of Boba Time’s financial troubles, she decides to sell her amigurumi to raise money for the shop. But as she navigates the ups and downs of running a business, Pearl realizes that monetizing her passion is more complicated than she could’ve ever imagined. Can Pearl save Boba Time before it’s too late?
Featuring fun backmatter—including a delicious boba tea recipe—this is a heartfelt story about advocating for your passions and uncovering big truths about friendship, family, and entrepreneurship along the way.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 368
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2024
Publisher: Quill Tree Books
Language: en
ISBN: 9780063228627
Creator Bio
Nicole Chen is an up-and-coming author who has a passion for writing stories that celebrate diversity and multiculturalism. Born and raised in San Francisco, she draws inspiration from her own experiences growing up in a city rich with different cultures and traditions. Her writing often reflects her Chinese-American heritage and touches on themes of identity, family, and community. Nicole's love for storytelling began at a young age and has led her to pursue a career in writing. It's Boba Time for Pearl Li! is her debut children's book, and she hopes it will not only entertain young readers but also encourage them to embrace their own unique backgrounds and identities.
