Love Makes Mochi
$25.11
- Paperback
320 pages
- Release Date
27 January 2026
Summary
Lilyn Jeong is living her best life-in Tokyo! She gets to learn from the legendary yet notoriously terrifying tailor Mrs. Matsumoto. Getting a glowing recommendation from her could be Lilyn’s ticket into her dream fashion school.
So when Lilyn is tasked with designing an entire collection, panic sets in. She has only weeks to figure out how to mix her goth aesthetic with traditional Japanese style. Thankfully, Mrs. Matsumoto’s rebellious, tattooed, rainbow-haired daughter Yua offers t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593571620 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0593571622 |
| Author: | Stefany Valentine |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Random House Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 27 January 2026 |
| Weight: | 271g |
| Dimensions: | 210mm x 140mm |
| Series: | Love in Translation |
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Critics Review
★ “Will make readers want to scream with happiness. A fun read that blends fashion, travel, and first love into a charming queer romance.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“A charming queer romance that highlights Asian fashion and cultures.” —Kirkus Reviews
”For those filled with wanderlust, pack your bags and wear something bold in anticipation of this Asian American goth girl and Harajuku girl colliding in love.” —The Bulletin
“I felt like I was in Tokyo with Lilyn and Yua, and I never wanted to leave.” —Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
“A tender, funny, and sweet-as-mochi story about love, identity, and finding your own way.” —Aiden Thomas, New York Times bestselling author of the Sunbearer Trials duology
“I couldn’t stop holding my heart and kicking my feet!” —Sonora Reyes, National Book Award Finalist and bestselling author of The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School
“A sweet exploration of identity, inspiration, and culture.” —Kat Cho, New York Times bestselling author of Gods & Comics
“Queer, colorful, cultural, and so incredibly cute.” —Jonny Garza Villa, Stonewall Award–winning author of Canto Contigo
“These unforgettable characters will be tattooed on your heart.” —Elizabeth Eulberg, international bestselling author of Take a Chance on Me
“Witty and heartwarming.” —Trinity Nguyen, bestselling author of A Bánh Mi for Two
“A cute sapphic romance filled with heart, friendship, and family that kept me smiling from beginning to end.” —Zakiya N. Jamal, author of If We Were a Movie
About The Author
Stefany Valentine
Stefany Valentine is an emerging young adult author. Her first publication is featured in the adoptee anthology, When We Became Ours. She is also the author of First Love Language and Love Makes Mochi. She has worked as a social media marketer to promote books. When not writing, Stefany can be found taking pictures for her bookstagram or camping in the wilderness.
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