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      Debut author Claire Jia and UCI Professor Christopher Fan (Photo – Monterey Park Library)

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      By Melanie Hooks

      The talk will include a Q&A held in English and Mandarin. Books available for sale and signing courtesy of Fables & Fancies Bookstore.

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