![]() ![]() Her writing in Vietnamese ha s received the 2010 Poetry of the Year Award from the Hanoi Writers Association, the Capital’s Literature & Arts Award, and First Prize in the Poetry Competition celebrating 1,000 Years of Hanoi. Quế Mai is the author of eleven books of poetry, short fiction and non-fiction in Vietnamese and English. "Growing up in the rural areas of Vietnam, I have personally witnessed how books can change lives, empower people and help them become compassionate global citizens,” said Quế Mai. “I am thrilled to work with Room to Read to help enhance equal access of children to books and educational opportunities so that no child will be left behind as we work together to build a more inclusive and just world. In particular, I look forward to supporting girls to pursue their educations and chosen life paths, expanding access to school libraries in high-poverty areas, and fostering a culture of literacy and love for reading within Vietnam.” The network engages bestselling authors and widely recognized illustrators in activities that support Room to Read’s mission and promote the power of literacy and books to change the world. ![]() ![]() San Francisco – J– Dr. Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai has joined Room to Read’s Author and Illustrator Advocates, a global network of book content creators with a shared passion for the power of storytelling to bring diverse experiences to life and bridge divides. ![]()
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