Julie Black Belt: The Belt of Fire
"Perfect if you want to get younger children into comics. Plus it's a positive story for female readers, an audience that is never given enough attention."—Ain't It Cool News
"A high-action story that encourages deep reflection"—San Francisco Chronicle.
In this long-awaited sequel, Julie wants to earn her next kung fu belt—orange! However, will a new kid in class upset her plans? It's like when her movie heroine Brandy Wu seeks the Belt of Fire but must combat a mysterious opponent! Discover what lessons Julie learns!
"On her quest for her next belt, Julie learns that it's more important to look inside at your own progress than to compare yourself to someone else. She also learns the value of co-operation. The illustrations are colourful and fun, and even when the characters are just standing still, there is a feeling of action." - Pacific Wave Jiu Jitsu
"Once again, Chin has provided young readers with a fun, informative and interesting story that should engage even the most reluctant reader while providing a rich source of information and thought-provoking concepts." - CM Magazine
"With its bright, action-packed cover in super hero style, this book will draw young readers in, especially those interested in martial arts." - Puget Sound Council for Reviewing Children's Literature
Oliver Chin has written The Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series, Baltazar and the Flying Pirates, Welcome to Monster Isle, Timmy and Tammy’s Train of Thought, and The Adventures of WonderBaby. He is writing Julie Black Belt’s sequel and lives in San Francisco, California.
Charlene Chua was born in Singapore and raised on a diet of American cartoons and music in the midst of a booming Asian city. She now is an award-winning illustrator living with her husband and cats in Toronto, Canada, and illustrating Julie Black Belt’s sequel.
