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Lisa See

Lisa See grew up in Los Angeles, where she lives today. The author of a dozen books, she has also spearheaded many cultural events that recognize the significance of the city’s Chinatown.

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Excerpt: ‘On Gold Mountain’

Read an early passage from Lisa See’s family history, the California Book Club’s December selection.

lisa see seated on a carved wooden bench in her home, wearing a floral dress, surrounded by bright sunlight and greenery through a window behind her.

Why I Write: To Help Us Know the Past

Through family history, memory, and Chinese American stories, Lisa See reflects on why she writes—to preserve voices, confront injustice, and foster hope.

lisa see, lady tan's circle of women

Excerpt: ‘Lady Tan’s Circle of Women’

Read an excerpt of Lisa See’s latest novel.