Jennifer Wood – illustratör

“These stories are cute and humorous while offering a lesson learning adventure. I can''t express how much I recommend them as a classroom addition or for a home library...a great gift for expectant parents or loved ones.”—Teachers'' Favorite Books for Students

“Favorite Chinese New Year Books for Kids.…A planned twelve-book series that introduces children to the animals of the Chinese zodiac. Oliver Chin introduces young readers to the characteristics of each zodiac animal through lively stories accompanied by exuberant illustrations."—China Sprout

2013 is the Year of the Snake! Suzie is a young snake who wants to explore the colorful world. But others have the wrong impression about serpents! However, Suzie befriends the girl Lily. Together they discover how valuable a snake’s qualities can be.

Suzie proves to be a big help around the house of Lily’s grandparents. But when a tiger enters the town, trouble is not far behind! How can Suzie prevent everything from going up in smoke?

The eighth adventure in the popular annual Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series follows Dragon (2012), Rabbit (2011), Tiger (2010), Ox (2009), Rat (2008), Pig (2007), and Dog (2006). Each unique adventure shows how a youngster grows up to learn their true character, and features a new cast of a dozen lunar creatures.

Author Oliver Chin has been called "an expert on Pacific Rim pop culture" by the San Jose Mercury News. Artist Jennifer Wood is an animator on the popular Nickelodeon animated television series T.U.F.F. Puppy.

Suzie wants to prove to everyone that snakes have what it takes - her adventure rewrites social stereotypes and celebrates the new year.This revised edition features a new bilingual translation in simplified Chinese.Suzie is a young serpent who seeks high-flying adventure. The girl Lily befriends the snake, much to her grandparents'' chagrin. However, Suzie aims to shed others'' negative perceptions of snakes. Can she prove her versatility to Lily''s family and the neighboring animals? And what will Suzie do when the wisest choice is to lie low? 2025 is The Year of the Snake.When others doubt her, can Suzie show that an adaptable attitude can overcome all obstacles? Illustrating expressive characters and vibrant action, artist Jennifer Wood creates an inviting new world for readers to explore. Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is a popular annual children’s book series showcasing the twelve charming animals that embody the Chinese New Year.

Suzie’s rollercoaster ride to discover her true nature will delight children and adults alike. Kids love identifying with how each animal embarks on a unique quest to discover his or her own character: Bright and dynamic illustrations will appeal to parents, those interested in Asian culture, and, of course, lovers of serpents and dragons. Teachers appreciate how Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is the only English series on each of the animals of the Chinese lunar calendar. Librarians like how it one of the longest-running children''s book series featuring Asian American themes. Now readers everywhere can enjoy these entertaining and original tales.“The book is gorgeously illustrated by Jennifer Wood in lush pastels... The heartwarming story about overcoming misconceptions resounds in any culture.. Despite the scales and fangs, Suzie is a snake with a heart of gold.” - Sampan