Stories Between China & America

Discover the works of historian and author Steven A. Leibo who writes historical fiction as Li Bo. Explore compelling historical research, international affairs insights, and through the Sino-American Tales discover an historical fiction series that brings to life the dramatic 19th century encounters between China and America.

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Steven A. Leibo is a historian and author whose work explores the deep historical connections between China and the United States. His academic publications and historical fiction bring global history, culture, and politics vividly to life.

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Exploring History and Culture, through non-fiction works of history and the historical fiction family saga the Sino-American Tales

Steven A. Leibo is a historian and author whose work examines the complex historical relationship between China and the Western World, and especially the United States. Through academic research and historical fiction, he brings global history, political insight, and human stories together for readers seeking a deeper understanding of these critical relationships.

The problem with history is that it won’t stay in the past.

Steven A. Leibo

Historian & Author

Featured Books & Series

Explore Steven A. Leibo’s notable works, from historical scholarship to the Sino-American Tales series inspired by China–America history.

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Featured Books & Series

Explore Steven A. Leibo’s notable works, from historical scholarship to the Sino-American Tales series inspired by China–America history.

Rated 5 out of 5
Rated 5 out of 5

Research, Writing, and Historical Expertise

Decades of scholarship and storytelling exploring global history, China–U.S. relations, and historical fiction narratives.

Featured Works of Historical Fiction

Explore the most notable works of historian and author Steven A. Leibo. From scholarly research on East and Southeast Asia to the dramatic historical fiction of the Sino-American Tales series, these books bring history, culture, and global connections vividly to life.

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Tienkuo: The Heavenly Kingdom

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Beyond the Heavenly Kingdom

Featured Works

Explore the most notable works of historian and author Steven A. Leibo. From scholarly research on East and Southeast Asia to the dramatic historical fiction of the Sino-American Tales series, these books bring history, culture, and global connections vividly to life.

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The Sino-American Tales

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East and South East Asia

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5 stars on Amazon Tienkuo the Heavenly Kingdom

This book was thought provoking and action-packed. I recommend this book to anyone seeking a better understanding of Chinese culture and the role religion plays on humanity. It’s a beautiful read.

Kathy CA

5 stars on Amazon Tienkuo the Heavenly Kingdom
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2020


I was reminded of some of Pearl Buck's writings. Like hers, the storytelling in this book is very accurate of the times. It is a wonderful story with believable characters and a strong, interesting plot.

Kathy CA

5 stars on Amazon Tienkuo the Heavenly Kingdom

What a delightful novel! Having never learned about this time period in my own schooling, I found this a wonderful way to breathe life into my own ignorance.

David

5 stars on Amazon Beyond the Heavenly Kingdom

Li Bo’s novels are engaging, uplifting strolls through history, with the added treat of being able to hear the voices of figures you’ve read about in history books. What a delight!

Crystal13

5 stars on Amazon Tienkuo the Heavenly Kingdom
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2020


Received a copy of this book free and felt like leaving a review. This book is A step back in time. This historical fiction really paints the picture and has you empathizing with the characters. Books like these really make you see just how far we have come and how far we still have to go

5 stars On Amazon Under Heaven’s Watch

Riveting

Rory Carter

Comments about Tienkuo: The Heavenly Kingdom

I’m having a blast reading Tien Kuo. It is fascinating and well written.

Ray Lum Former Asian bibliographer at the Widener Library and librarian for Western Languages at Harvard-Yenching Library.

Tienkuo The Heavenly Kingdom

"Exciting book…I like it very much. The characters are believable and the cultural details about customs accurate.” Dr. Alice Murong Pu Lin, author of Grandmother Had No Name."
“I enjoyed the novel immensely–it’s a fun and exciting read.” Tienkuo The Heavenly Kingdom " ”

John Rapp Beloit College

Review Comments about Beyond the Heavenly Kingdom

"This book is about love, acceptance, and endurance. A great sequel! Reviewed by Philip Zozzaro San Francisco Review of Books"
“Li Bo’s newest work is as compelling (if not more so) as his first, and will be enjoyed by lovers of both history and fiction."

J. Chandler Amazon

Advance praise for Under Heaven’s Watch

"In this captivating historical novel, the third in the Sino-American Tales Series saga featuring the cross-cultural family of Jason Brandt and Black Jade, readers are drawn into the chaotic world of late nineteenth-century Qing China, as well as the challenges facing Chinese immigrants in a rapidly changing America.”

Robert R. Swartout Jr., Professor Emeritus of History, Carroll College