The Asian/Pacific Islander community in metro Atlanta continues to grow. 460,000 people now live in the 10-county area, constituting 4% of the state population and 12% in Gwinnett County. The highest density reside in the northeastern suburbs.

The diversity of these communities offer a unique understanding toward the variety of cultures.

We visited the only Chinese bookstore in the Southeast for an opportunity to try an ancient art form of language and beauty.

Calligraphy class at Maomi Bookstore

Calligraphy requires repetition, concentration and talent.

Student take a Calligraphy class at Maomi Bookstore