Beneath the Same Round Moon
A Mooncake Festival Story
with Rồng Phạm (Illustrator); Vinh Nguyễn (Illustrator)
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Pub Date Sep 1 2026 | Archive Date Aug 31 2026
Broadleaf Books | Beaming Books
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Description
"An enchanting tribute to a beloved holiday and warm acknowledgment that familial bonds are a constant despite change." —Kirkus Reviews
A Mooncake Festival story about a family celebrating a holiday together, even when miles apart
Pearl is eager to welcome loved ones to her house for the traditional Mooncake Festival dinner. But her family is spread far and wide, and this year they won't be able to travel to reunite over the special dinner. Her big sister is away at college, her dad is working as an airline pilot, and her grandfather, Yéye, has passed away. Will it still be a special day with only Pearl, her mother, and her grandma?
When NǎiNai arrives with baskets of ingredients, the three generations work diligently to cook dinner, bake mooncakes, and make lanterns, with each element reminding Pearl of the people she misses. On the night of the Mooncake Festival, they need to be creative in how they celebrate as a family, showing Pearl that no matter where they are, her family is still connected beneath the same round moon.
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9798889837183 |
| PRICE | $19.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 40 |
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Featured Reviews
Lauren S, Librarian
Pearl has always loved the Mid-Autumn Festival, but this year feels different. Yéye has passed away, Bàba is gone for work. and Jiejie is away at college. How can her family celebrate when they are all so far apart? Luckily, Pearl still has Māma and Nainai with her, and together, they do their best to capture the magic of the Mooncake Festival.
This warm, reassuring story is a lovely ode to family bonds, favorite holidays, traditions new and old, and togetherness. Pearl's worries will resonate with any young readers who have experienced loss or change in their families, and her family's adaptations to a holiday spent apart still allow her to experience the joy of her favorite holiday and the connectedness she feels with her loved ones. The book also introduces readers to the Mooncake Festival, including an author's note, craft, and recipe for mooncakes; it is equally informative for readers new to this holiday and affirming for those who celebrate. The artwork is lush and richly detailed. Gentle and joyful.
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