Seattle Samurai—Pacific Northwest Book Award & Paperback Release Event

Join local author Kelly Goto at Island Books for a lively evening celebrating Seattle Samurai: A Cartoonist's Perspective of the Japanese American Experience, winner of the 2026 Pacific Northwest Book Award (PNBA)—and the long-awaited arrival of the paperback edition. Kelly will share a few stories from the book’s journey, sign copies, and raise a glass of wine with friends, neighbors, and fellow readers. It’s a chance to gather, connect, and toast a big milestone—come celebrate and say hello.

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