Melody Chu '01, Mathey Girls novelistJoin Melody Chu '01 for a book talk on her novel Mathey Girls

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Come meet Melody Chu '01 as she talks about Mathey Girls, her work of contemporary AAPI fiction that tackles themes of decades-long friendships, imposter syndrome, and grief. Inspired by her personal Princeton experience, it's a heartfelt, moving novel about a Chinese American woman coming to terms with the evolving nature of family and friendship after the loss of her best friend.

Princeton plays a prominent role in the shared experience of a group of predominantly Asian American women who became friends as freshmen at Mathey College. Mathey Girls was recently featured as the inaugural book club selection of the Asian American Alumni Association of Princeton (A4P). The book talk is co-hosted by the Princeton Club of Chicago and A4P.

We will gather in-person in the cozy Reading Room at Kibbitznest (2212 N. Clybourn) for a meet and greet with a short reading and Q&A.

Limited spots available, so reserve soon! Light refreshments will be provided.

Find out more about Melody and Mathey Girls at https://melodychuauthor.com/ 

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm CT
2212 N. Clybourn, Chicago, IL 60605
Parking lot onsite and street parking available.
 
Questions?
Contact Al Chan '91 akcp91@gmail.com

When:

6:00PM - 7:30PM Mon 10 Feb 2025 Central timezone

Where:

Kibbitznest Books, Brews & Blarney
2212 N. Clybourn Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614

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