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Q: "How many books are in the Picture series?"

"There are one books in the Picture series, published in 2021."

Q: "What is the first book in the Picture series?"

"The first book in the Picture series is Niki Nakayama, published in 2021."

Q: "Who is Niki Nakayama?"

"Niki Nakayama is a Japanese American chef who owns n/naka, a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Los Angeles. Debbi Michiko Florence's picture book tells the story of how she pursued her dream despite obstacles."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Niki Nakayama	2021	Debbi Michiko Florence	Buy

Niki Nakayama tells the story of the real-life Japanese American chef who overcame gender barriers in the culinary world to open n/naka, one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Los Angeles. Florence brings Nakayama’s journey to life for young readers, showing how persistence and passion led to success.

Published in 2021, this picture book biography adds a nonfiction dimension to Florence’s catalog. It shares the cultural focus of her fiction work while introducing kids to a real person whose story is worth knowing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Picture series?

There are one books in the Picture series, published in 2021.

What is the first book in the Picture series?

The first book in the Picture series is Niki Nakayama, published in 2021.

Who is Niki Nakayama?

Niki Nakayama is a Japanese American chef who owns n/naka, a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Los Angeles. Debbi Michiko Florence’s picture book tells the story of how she pursued her dream despite obstacles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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