Katie Zhao is the author of The Dragon Warrior. She grew up in Michigan, where there was little for her to do besides bury her nose in a good book or a writing journal. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in English and a minor in political science; she also completed her master’s in accounting there. She wrote The Dragon Warrior during her last year of school, in between classes. In her spare time, Katie enjoys reading, singing, dancing (badly), and checking out new restaurants. She now lives in Brooklyn, New York. www.katiezhao.com @ktzhaoauthor
A delightful adventure that melds classic Chinese mythology with
original, contemporary folklore. The multilayered, high-energy,
interwoven plots will keep fans guessing with the many twists, and
the author’s signature tongue-in-cheek, authentic teenage voice
makes learning about Chinese mythology, language, and tradition
highly enjoyable.
*Booklist*
In this page-turning debut, Zhao weaves an exhilarating tale that
shimmers with adventure, love, and loyalty. Readers will be
enthralled up to the incredible and absolutely breathless end.
*J.C. Cervantes, New York Times bestselling author of THE STORM
RUNNER, on THE DRAGON WARRIOR*
Zhao seamlessly incorporates Chinese terms and themes into the
fast-paced plot…. [T]he story takes intriguing twists with its
cultural background.
*Kirkus Reviews on THE DRAGON WARRIOR*
With engaging characters, a fast-paced plot, and a skillful blend
of modern culture and ancient traditions, this series opener will
appeal to fans of Percy Jackson and Aru Shah.
*Publishers Weekly on THE DRAGON WARRIOR*
Dive into a world filled with terrifying demons, unique, engaging
gods, and kick-butt warrior heroes who are destined to save the
world. . . This book proves that girls and boys can both strong
heroes. What an engaging and interesting book!
*Bookseller at The Well-Read Moose on THE DRAGON WARRIOR*
The Dragon Warrior is a book perfect for fans of mythology-based
fiction!
*Avery Peregrine, Third Place Books, on THE DRAGON WARRIOR*
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