RISE: Help Us Celebrate the Release of Our Book

Friday, March 4 at the Japanese American National Museum


If you're in Los Angeles, I invite you to help us celebrate the publication of RISE: A Pop History of Asian America From the Nineties to Now, the book I wrote with Jeff Yang and Philip Wang. It's been a long road getting this book to the finish line, but at long last, you can hold it in your grubby hands and read the dang thing.

RISE Is a love letter to our community, chronicling the ups and downs, struggles and triumphs, personalitis and ideas that have shaped who we our today. Through intimiate recollections, exclusive interviews, graphic essays, annotated illustrations and more -- thanks, in part, to an amazing squad of contributors -- we assembled a chronicle of the last three decades of Asian America that we hope will inspire delight, nostalgia and exploration.

Please join us Friday, March 4 at the Japanese American National Museum for a book talk, signing and reception with me, Jeff, Philip and a bunch of a amazing folks who made this book possible.

Hey screenwriters! Apply to the CAPE New Writers Fellowship.

Submissions open through January 7, 2019.



Hey, screenwriters! This is an awesome opportunity. The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) is now accepting submissions for one of its signature initiatives, the 2019 CAPE New Writers Fellowship, a talent and professional development program that trains emerging writers to succeed in Hollywood.

The New Writers Fellowship, led by top industry leaders, is comprised of a multi-week intensive with workshops and panels and a writing lab component. CAPE writers have been staffed on every major network, streaming platform and premium cable channel, as well as cable channels such as FX, Freeform, USA and more.

Here's some more information:

Hey writers! Apply to the 2017 CAPE New Writers Fellowship

Submissions open until Monday, January 9



Hey, screenwriters! This is a heads up that the submission deadline for the 2017 CAPE New Writers Fellowship is quickly approaching. Presented by the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment, this is an opportunity to take part in an intensive 12-session scriptwriting program led by top industry professionals.

The Fellows are selected by entertainment industry professionals through a rigorous process that includes three rounds of blind script judging and an interview. Each writer or writing team will participate in the 12-session program in Los Angeles and receive a cash stipend and certificate upon successful completion of the program. All entries must be submitted electronically by Monday, January 9 at 11:59PM PST.

11 Asian-American Stars Tell Us The Iconic Roles They’ve Always Wanted To Play

Can you imagine Albert Tsai as Harry Potter?



Last Saturday, the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) an organization that advocates for Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders in the industry, celebrated its 25th anniversary with big gala bash gathering together some of the biggest names in Hollywood at the Belasco Theater in downtown Los Angeles.

BuzzFeed was on the red carpet asking some of the stars to share an iconic role they've always wanted to play.

Join the #ActToChange movement against bullying

White House Initiative on AAPIs launches public awareness campaign to address bullying.



Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Today, the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, in partnership with the Sikh Coalition and the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment, is launching "Act To Change," a public awareness campaign to address bullying.

Backed by a diverse coalition of supporters, including media platforms (like this website) and national nonprofit organizations, the "Act To Change" campaign aims to empower AAPI youth, educators, and communities with information and tools to address and prevent bullying. It's time to talk about it and take stand. Act to Change.

Here's a video featuring actor Maulik Pancholy, who is a member of the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, sharing his own experiences being bullied as a kid, and encouraging folks to join him in the #ActToChange movement against bullying:

CAPE launches 2015 #IAm Campaign

Mini-documentaries highlight inspiring stories of Asian Americans artists and entertainers.



In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) has launched the second season of the #IAm campaign, a series of mini-documentaries highlighting the inspiring stories of Asian American artists and entertainers.

I had the honor of being part of the 2014 campaign. This year's campaign, sponsored by Verizon, features actors Constance Wu, Arden Cho, Ki Hong Lee and Daniel Dae Kim, musician Jason Chen, lifestyle and fitness guru Cassey Ho, and Seoul Sausage Co. founders Yong Kim, Ted Kim and Chris Oh.

Here's the trailer:

CAPE's #IAm Campaign celebrates AAPI role models

AAPI artists and entertainers assemble for original webseries and mini-documentaries



In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) has launched the CAPE #IAm Campaign, an awesome webseries putting the spotlight on AAPI personalities and role models in media and entertainment.

The campaign features a scripted webseries and nineteen mini-documentaries featuring dozens of stars like Michelle Phan, Steven Yeun, Carrie Ann Inaba, Harry Shum Jr., Lisa Ling, Jeremy Lin and more. I have the honor of somehow getting included in the mix with these awesome people. Whaaaat.

First, here's the #IAm campaign trailer:

14th Annual CAPE New Writers Fellowship

Submit your scripts by January 31



Hey, screenwriters! Got that awesome feature or television script you want to share with the world? Do you have material, but need some guidance on how to successfully pitch your project? Then CAPE, the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment, invites you to submit your work to the 14th annual CAPE New Writers Fellowship. Up to ten fellows will be selected to attend an intensive writing fellowship with exclusive opportunities to meet top industry professionals. Here are some more details:

CAPE presents Typhoon Relief Fundraiser Buffet Dinner

100% of donations will go to the Red Cross towards Philippines Typhoon Relief



For those of you in Los Angeles, the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) invites you to a buffet dinner to raise funds for Typhoon Haiyan relief. CAPE is foregoing its annual Holiday Party and hosting his fundraiser instead. Make some plans, invite friends and eat for a good cause.

It's happening this Thursday, November 21 at Fu's Palace in Los Angeles. 100% of donations will go to the Red Cross for Philippines typhoon relief. Here are some more details about the event:

Screenwriters! Apply to the CAPE New Writers Fellowship

The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment invites aspiring television and film writers to submit their work to the CAPE New Writers Fellowship, dedicated to discovering and nurturing Asian American and Pacific Islander voices and talents. Here's a rundown of some of the fellowship details:

2nd annual cape celebrity poker tournament, november 17

If you're in the Los Angeles area, the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment invites you to try your luck and the 2nd Annual CAPE Celebrity Poker Tournament holiday fundraiser. The evening's special guests including Carrie Ann Inaba, James Kyson Lee, Kelly Hu, Heejun Han, Michelle Phan and more.

It's happening this Saturday, November 17 at the W Hotel in Hollywood. Here are some more details about the event: