Mai has always felt like she never belonged. In a town that refuses to accept her for breaking social norms, she faces bullying, rejection, and the suffocating weight of silence. When she meets Violet, who is fearless and full of fire, Mai begins to see a glimmer of hope. But as they push against the barriers of a society that refuses to change, the cost of being themselves grows higher. How do you accept yourself when the world is determined to bring you down? A story of self-acceptance and the power of perseverance to make a change, Finding Mai is a heartfelt journey of fighting for the right to exist, to love, and to be seen.

Author Biography:

I'm Emily Lee, born and raised in San Jose, California—home to the best Vietnamese food in NorCal. I love beach walks, sunset hikes, and exploring coffee shops for unique matcha and egg coffee. As a student-athlete on the Pomona-Pitzer Women’s Basketball Team, I spend most of my free time in the gym improving myself everyday.