Doubly Happy: ABCs for ABCs is a playfully visual book, written in rhyme, to celebrate everyday objects from Chinese culture. From Abacus to Zongzi, discover the richness of Chinese heritage.
"Doubly Happy: ABCs for ABCs" plays on double happiness which, traditionally, is used in marriages to celebrate joy, love and unity. Here it brings together two thriving cultures, Chinese and American. Anna wrote and illustrated the book to provide her nieces and nephew quick snapshots of their heritage. She wanted to share the hows and whys and show them contributions from Chinese culture. The book celebrates Anna's ABC pride. In that spirit,, she sprinkles in Cantonese and Mandarin for the ABCs. She intersperses objects from her childhood as well as illuminating facts. Fun and informative, the book invites more exploration for all ages.
Colorful, vibrant and happy, the book appeals to all ages. Buy one for yourself or make it twice as nice to keep one and gift one to a friend or school library.
Anna Wong, art director and graphic designer, created her books to celebrate and share her Chinese heritage. A little whimsy wrapped in elegance – "annalyrical" is the word coined by her spouse for Anna's analytical perspective. Her books showcase that approach with vibrant appealing colors and illustrative layouts.
The catalyst for her books are her many nieces and nephews. She wants them to know their Chinese roots. Anna is excited that her passion project grew into something she now shares with you, her community. She is doubly happy and doubly lucky to be of Chinese heritage. May you live joyfully and enjoy many happy fortunes.
