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Author of historical fiction, women's fiction, memoirs, and a journal notebook for life management | co-editor of anthologies | computer scientist previously | university professor in STEM fields for 30+ years
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November 13, 2025 at 10:40 PM
#DaughterOfBlueCity #HistFic #ComingOfAge #Kindle

❄️🔥Cozy up to read on such snowy days!🔥❄️

Get an eBook for $0.99 for yourself or your loved ones for the holidays! Good until 11/16/2025.

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November 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
#MotherofRedMountains #HistoricalFiction

Some awards have multiple tiers. Mother of Red Mountains has won the PenCraft 2025 Spring Best Book Award, and now the book is the first-place winner for the 2025 Best Book Award. I am heartened by the continued recognition.

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October 24, 2025 at 3:09 PM
#awardsofliteraryexcellence #applean

Extremely humbled to receive this literary excellence award.
Also, humbled to be interviewed and featured on the cover of Reader's House Magazine.

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September 12, 2025 at 6:38 PM
#HistoricalFiction #WomensFiction #DaughterofBlueCity #MotherofRedMountains

🔥🔥🔥 Just Published! 🔥🔥🔥

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A historical tale that weaves history, personal stories, and the complex culture of revolutionary China.

"Wild Swans" meet "Educated."
September 12, 2025 at 6:26 PM
#MotherOfRedMountains #HistoricalFic #ChinaHistory

This review just came in today. It made me cry, happily, as an author.

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June 23, 2025 at 1:56 PM
#MotherOfRedMountains #AmericanFictionAwards

❤️ Extremely humbled that my book, Mother of Red Mountains (geni.us/MotherofRedM...), is the winner for Family Saga, General Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, and a finalist for Best New Fiction and Historical Fiction. ❤️
June 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
#Internationalbookawards #MulticulturalFiction #HistoricalFiction #MotherOfRedMountains

I am so proud and humbled to join the group of prestigious authors and stand out among big publishing firms.

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June 6, 2025 at 7:54 PM
#MulticulturalFiction #MotherOfRedMountains #WomensFiction #IPPY

"Your book stood out among thousands of entries, and our judging team was truly impressed by its quality, creativity, and impact."

I am humbled ...
May 29, 2025 at 2:51 AM
May 18, 2025 at 4:18 PM
#HistoricalFiction #WomensFiction #MotherofRedMountains

I am grateful that my book Mother of Red Mountains has been recognized for the Pancraft Spring 2025 Best Book for Historical Fiction award!

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April 21, 2025 at 12:50 AM
April 6, 2025 at 10:14 PM
#HistoricalFiction #WomensFiction

🔥🔥Free Kindle eBook 3/21~3/25 🔥🔥
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“A masterful blend of history and personal triumph.”
“An unforgettable story that lingers in your heart long after the last page.”
“Historical fiction at its finest—rich, immersive, and utterly captivating.”
March 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
#HistoricalFiction #WomensFiction #MotherOfRedMountains

Mother of Red Mountains is based on real events and real people. Here are some photos of the people the characters are based on.

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Mother of Red Mountains: Main Characters (Part 1)
Xiaojun/Jun and Family in Part 1
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March 13, 2025 at 3:39 AM
#FreeBook #EbookGiveaway #MotherofRedMountains

Great free service for book lovers (authors buy their own ebook to give to readers). One winner has won 172 books! 400+ books in 140+ genres available now.

My new book is in the pool for you to win, too ❤️

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Monthly Book Giveaway
The Readers’ Favorite Monthly Book Giveaway allows one reader each month to win many books from many different genres. Visit to discover and win great new ...
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February 21, 2025 at 5:57 PM
#HistoricalFiction #MotherChildren #chinahistory #MotherOfRedMoutains

I am so heartwarmed and humbled... Thank you, ORF (someone I don't know), for such a powerful review ❤️

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January 30, 2025 at 8:45 PM
#ChineseNewYear #YearOfTheSnake

Happy The Year of the Wood Snake!

Here is a highlight of The Year of Dragon and some plans for The Year of the Snake.

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Transitioning from The Dragon to The Snake Year!
Looking back and looking forward
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January 29, 2025 at 6:09 AM
#Historicalfiction #Motherchildren #Bookreview

Thank you, David (someone I don't know), for a wonderful review of Mother of Red Mountains!

The book is available anywhere books are sold. Here is the link: geni.us/MotherofRedM...
January 26, 2025 at 1:20 PM
#HistoricalFiction #ChinaHistory #MotherChildren
MOTHER OF RED MOUNTAINS
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Thank you Angela B for a wonderful review!
January 10, 2025 at 2:06 PM
New release in eBook, paperback, hardcover:
MOTHER OF RED MOUNTAINS

#Historicalfiction #Chinahistory #Motherchildren

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December 31, 2024 at 7:08 AM
#ShortStories #Memoirs #Anthology

Free Kindle eBook 12/26-12/28/2024!

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December 27, 2024 at 7:13 AM
#HistoricalFiction #China #Mother

Print editions at geni.us/MotherOfRedM...

An epic tale that weaves together history, personal stories, and the complex culture of revolutionary China. Showcasing the power of sheer grit and determination of a formidable woman who dares to dream against all odds.
December 24, 2024 at 2:04 PM