My book is now available for pre-order!
Mahjong: House Rules from Across the Asian Diaspora
It’s alive!
Over the past year I had the incredible opportunity to write a book about mahjong and my connection to the game. You can now order it, wherever books are sold! Publishing in April 2025.
About the book
Mahjong is played all over the world, in as many styles as there are dialects of a language. Talking about mahjong immediately opens up conversations about family, identity, and diaspora. People hold tight to their mahjong house rules like cherished family recipes, and yet in both cases so often the specifics aren’t written down.
Like a cookbook, my book is instructional and also infused with personal narrative. Flipping through the pages, you’ll see colorful mahjong tiles lovingly photographed and illustrated. There are strategy tips, game history, and fun facts about mahjong design. Also, a snack guide for when you’re hosting a mahjong night!
Mahjong features photography by Andria Lo, illustrations by Helen Shewolfe Tseng, and book design by Lizzie Allen. I owe a huge thanks to my editor Carolyn Insley and the team at Hardie Grant North America for the opportunity and trust in my vision for this project.
My book is a celebration of community, culture, and friendly competition, and I can’t wait for people to check it out and hopefully use it to connect more deeply with friends and loved ones over this very special game.