Emiko Jean

Author

Emiko Jean is a Japanese-American author of young adult and adult fiction. She is a former librarian who turned to writing, drawing on her Japanese-American heritage to create stories that explore identity, culture and belonging. Her bestselling Tokyo Ever After series follows a Japanese-American teenager who discovers she is the... daughter of the Crown Prince of Japan, blending romance, humour and cultural exploration. Empress of All Seasons is a YA fantasy inspired by Japanese mythology, set in a world where shape-shifting yokai compete in a deadly competition to become the prince's bride. The novel weaves together Japanese folklore, feminist themes and high-stakes adventure into a richly imagined fantasy world. Available as both books and audiobooks, Emiko Jean's novels offer enchanting listening and reading for fans of YA fiction who appreciate stories that draw on diverse cultural traditions, feature strong heroines and blend romance with adventure. Read more Show less