Published By Speak
May 24, 2016 | Young Adult Historical Fiction 
ISBN 9780147516916

OutRun THe Moon

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Downstairs Girl comes an unforgettable story of determination set against a backdrop of devastating tragedy, perfect for fans of Code Name Verity.

Winner of the PEN Center USA Literary Award for Young Adult

Winner of the Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature

The Buzz

Kirkus Reviews

“Full of beautiful turns of phrase, lessons in Chinese customs and superstitions, and a refreshing protagonist representing intersectional diversity, this is a must-read for followers of historical fiction… powerful, evocative, and thought-provoking.”

School Library Journal

“Lee creates characters full of depth and nuance that seem historically accurate but still relatable to today’s teens… A diverse, engaging historical fiction that should not be missed.” 

Awards, Honors & Praise

2017 PEN Center Literary Award in Young Adult Fiction
2016-2017 Asian Pacific American Librarians Association Award for Young Adult Literature
Cooperative Children’s Book Center’s CCBC Choices list for 2017
YALSA’s 2017 Best Fiction for Young Adults
New York Public Library’s 50 Best Teen Reads of 2016
2017 Amelia Bloomer List – Young Adult Fiction
Junior Library Guild Spring 2016 Selection
2016 Nerdie Award for YA Fiction by The Nerdy Book Club
2016 EpicReads Shimmy Award “Blast From The Past”
Nominated for 2017 Colorado Blue Spruce Award
 Oregon Battle of the Books Selection

Educational Resources

An Educator's Guide For Outrun The Moon

The activities in this guide align with Common Core State Standards and fit into the curriculum for Grades 7 and up.

Earthquake: The Chinatown Story

San Francisco Chinatown was a bustling neighborhood with many businesses, temples, and associations. When the 1906 Earthquake hit the city, it destroyed large parts of the city. Fires completely decimated Chinatown, leaving the neighborhood in ashes and its citizens fleeing to neighbor districts and cities. The Chinese Historical Society of America (CHSA) has created an exhibit “Earthquake: The Chinatown Story” that details firsthand accounts from the people who lived there, how the city had been planning to remove Chinatown, and how the Chinese fought back.