“Asayi” by Sharon Curcio to Be Displayed at the Book Confab LA and LA Times Festival of Books 2025

The self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet is proud to exhibit “Asayi: An Autistic Teen’s Journey to Topple a Shogun in Medieval Japan” by Sharon Curcio at two upcoming book events this April in California: the Book Confab LA and the 2025 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (LATFOB) on April 26-27, 2025, at the University of Southern California (USC) campus, Los Angeles.

At the Book Confab LA, authors will engage readers beyond the craft of writing. Attendees will immerse themselves in character development, challenge preconceptions, and explore the journey behind the stories. The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (LATFOB) is the largest free public event celebrating literature in the US, attracting 150,000 attendees.

There’s harrowing tension in being Asayi. As an autistic young woman navigating a world dominated by power struggles and unrelenting political upheaval, Asayi’s story is one of resilience, identity, and defiance against oppression. Readers will be drawn not only to her journey but also to the remarkable individuals who form her circle—those who dare to challenge a punitive regime in an era where deception, court intrigue, and shifting alliances dictate survival.

Rich with historical detail, “Asayi” immerses readers in the perilous realities of medieval Japan. It is a world where warriors and underbelly figures from all levels of society emerge, ghostly apparitions haunt the living, and secret identities hold the key to rebellion. At its heart, Curcio’s novel is about finding one’s place in an unforgiving world, forging bonds of loyalty and love, and standing against injustice—themes that echo across time and remain strikingly relevant today.

With its masterful storytelling, layered intrigue, and captivating characters, “Asayi” delivers a powerful underdog story that resonates deeply with modern readers.

Purchase a copy of “Asayi: An Autistic Teen’s Journey to Topple a Shogun in Medieval Japan” on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Learn more about Sharon Curcio and her works by visiting her website at https://www.sharon-curcio.com. Book lovers are invited to check out the book’s display at the Book Confab LA and ReadersMagnet’s exhibit at the 2025 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books.

Author’s Biography:
Sharon Curcio began her career in the fast-paced world of NYC advertising, transitioning from account executive to copywriter. A versatile storyteller, her lyric play “Contemplating Fire” was staged as an oratorio in 2022. She has penned scripts spanning multiple genres, including “Asayi” (a 15th-century Japanese historical drama) and “Resonance” (a climate change drama). In collaboration with Diana Saenz, she co-wrote “’Til She Comes Home” (a military drama) and “Cowboy Poet” (a Western inspired by the Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, NV). Sharon’s diverse background in corporate, military, and education sectors profoundly influences her compelling narratives.

“Asayi: An Autistic Teen’s Journey to Topple a Shogun in Medieval Japan”
Author: Sharon Curcio
Genre: General Fiction (including literary and historical)
Publisher: Independently Published
Published date: May 13, 2024

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