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George Takei is a civil rights activist, social media superstar, Grammy-nominated recording artist, New York Times bestselling author, and pioneering actor whose career has spanned six decades. He has appeared in more than 40 feature films and hundreds of television roles, most famously as Hikaru Sulu in Star Trek, and he has used his success as a platform to fight for social justice, LGBTQ+ rights, and marriage equality. His advocacy is personal- during World War II, Takei spent his childhood unjustly imprisoned in United States incarceration camps along with 125,000 other Japanese Americans. Takei is the author of five books, including his autobiography, To the Stars. His Eisner Award winning and New York Times bestselling graphic memoir They Called Us Enemy was released in July 2019. His picture book for children, My Lost Freedom- A Japanese American World War II Story, also became a New York Times bestseller upon its release in April 2024. Steven Scott is an award-winning author of nonfiction and fiction graphic novels. Following They Called Us Enemy, he co-created the Sixth-Grade Shape-Shifter series, as well as launching The Magic History Book series, both from Capstone. He writes and illustrates the graphic memoir G'Day Yank. The west coast of Canada is where he calls home with his two kids and two cats. Justin Eisinger is a critically-acclaimed author and editor who has worked with some of the world's most beloved entertainment brands as well as groundbreaking graphic nonfiction. After They Called Us Enemy and It Rhymes with Takei, look for his forthcoming illustrated nonfiction children's series from Chronicle Books. When not writing, Eisinger can be found in Ohio on his rollerblades or spending time with his wife and dogs. Harmony Becker is an author and illustrator of graphic novels. Her works include They Called Us Enemy and her solo debut Himawari House, which won the Kirkus Prize in 2022. She lives in Mexico City with her two cats, where she spends her time lying around, roller skating, and taking pictures of weird signs in the street.
A Los Angeles Times Bestseller! ★ ""This uplifting, encouraging, and inspiring narrative powerfully demonstrates how Takei’s lifelong experiences led him to be a voice for those who struggle."" — Booklist (starred review) ★ ""Unflinchingly honest… ultimately an inspiring illustration of love—love of oneself and of others—conquering all. A bold and introspective memoir that will resonate with fans of pop culture history and LGBTQIA+ narratives."" — Library Journal (starred review) ""Thanks to Star Trek and his political activism, George Takei is known for taking a stand. But this book, about his decision to come out at the age of 68… proves there is more to learn about him."" — The New York Times ""This invigorating autobiography effortlessly mixes inspiration with insight."" — Publishers Weekly ""A heartwarming journey that, yes, goes boldly where few men have gone before."" — Kirkus Reviews ""The outstanding graphic autobiography of a principled man who became a cultural icon because of his passion for improving the world for others."" — Foreword Reviews ""It’s more than a biography; this book also helps readers understand what it was like to be gay for most of the 20th century and why it’s important to know."" — The Washington Blade ""Well-paced, thoughtful, and beautifully illustrated by Harmony Becker, It Rhymes With Takei offers a bittersweet perspective on the highs and lows of life as a gay Asian American in modern American history. I felt grateful for the historic context on our current moment. I wish it weren’t so relevant and important right now, but once again, Takei has shown up for us when we really need him."" — The Geekiary
