Praise for Little Red Riding Hood and the Dragon

The colorful characters, including Dragon, are adorably expressive. . . A fun addition to the fractured fairy-tale bookshelf.
Kirkus Reviews

Chang Compestine empowers with a retelling that casts the red-hooded heroine as a kung fu performer.
Publishers Weekly

“Whimsically reframes the classic European folktale from a Chinese point of view . . . a delicious, original, and highly entertaining story.”
Common Sense Media


About the Author

Award-winning author Ying Chang Compestine is a sought-after speaker who has lectured at schools and universities around the world. Her books include the picture book The Chinese Emperor’s New Clothes and the middle-grade Secrets of the Terra-Cotta Soldier. She is passionate about showcasing Chinese history and culture, promoting healthy eating and living, and inspiring young writers. She lives in Lafayette, California. Joy Ang is an illustrator who has worked in comics, video games, and animation. Her picture books include the Mustache Baby series and Mulan: The Legend of the Woman Warrior, and she is the illustrator behind The Atlas Obscura Explorer’s Guide for the World’s Most Adventurous Kid. She currently lives in Bellevue, Washington, with her husband, son, and fluffy cat.

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