La Habra, Calif. (October 5, 2026) – OC Public Libraries (OCPL) is proud to present A Slice of Literary Orange, a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year in celebration of literacy.
Acclaimed bestselling author Min Jin Lee will visit OC Public Libraries’ Slice of Literary Orange in celebration of her long-awaited new novel American Hagwon. Min Jin Lee is the author of the novels Free Food for Millionaires and Pachinko, a finalist for the National Book Award, runner-up for the Dayton Literary Peace Prize, and a New York Times “100 Best Books of the Century.” She serves as the New York State Author Laureate from 2025 through 2027. She is the 2024 recipient of The Fitzgerald Prize for Literary Excellence. Lee has received the Manhae Grand Prize for Literature, the Bucheon Diaspora Literary Award, and the Samsung Happiness for Tomorrow Award for Creativity from South Korea. Lee is an inductee of the New York Foundation for the Arts Hall of Fame and the New York State Writers Hall of Fame.
WHO: | Min Jin Lee is a critically acclaimed and New York Times bestselling author and one of the most influential voices in contemporary immigrant and diaspora fiction.
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WHEN: | Monday, October 12, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
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WHERE: | La Habra City Hall – 110 E. La Habra Blvd, La Habra, CA 90631
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WHY: | OC Public Libraries’ mission is to provide access to information and promote literacy at all ages. Access to world-class authors inspires reading communities to meet powerful role models in the literary world. A Slice of Literary Orange celebrates literacy and promotes books and reading!
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REGISTRATION: | Limited complimentary books available, while supplies last. Admission does not guarantee a free copy. No registration required. Early arrival suggested.
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OTHER LINKS: | Author Min Jine Lee - https://libraries.oc.gov/page/slice-literary-orange |
OC Public Libraries (OCPL)
OC Public Libraries is a vibrant network of 29 branches, and a satellite location at the Orangewood Children and Family Center, delivering vital library services across the county. With a strong commitment to early literacy, OCPL nurtures a passion for reading in young learners, while also providing robust programs and resources for teens, seniors, and everyone in between. Offering access to over 1.7 million materials, as well as a vast range of online resources and streaming services, OCPL empowers individuals at every stage of life. Our mission is rooted in promoting lifelong learning, fostering community connections, and ensuring free, open access to knowledge and tools that enrich lives. Through innovative programming, we support diverse needs, encourage personal growth, and strengthen the fabric of our community. Our services help people of all ages thrive. At OC Public Libraries, books are just the beginning.
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