Jillian Lin

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Hi! I'm Jillian, the author of children's books about the history and culture of China, even though I live all the way Down Under.

I'm also a mother of two, and my children are the main reason I started writing books. When they were still little, I had to delve into my Chinese roots for a family reunion. That's when I stumbled on the most amazing stories about the emperors, warriors, artists, and inventors that make up the long and colorful culture and history of China.

Inspired, I decided to bring these stories to life, so that my kids could learn more about their Chinese heritage. No dates, no dry details--just interesting stories that they could enjoy and hopefully, learn a fact or two in the process. Luckily, they liked them so much that they encouraged me to share my stories with the world.

Visit my website www.jillianlin.com to get a free e-book and find out more about my book series 'Heroes of China' (3-6 years), 'Once Upon A Time In China' (6-12 years) and 'Fun Festivals' (3-6 years). I hope you'll enjoy reading them!

Jillian
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The Girl Who Became Emperor (illustrated kids books, picture book biographies, bedtime stories for kids, Chinese history and culture): Wu Zetian (Once Upon A Time In China) Apr 16, 2016

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 12 )

$1.99

DID YOU KNOW that in the long history of China, there has only been one emperor who was female?

Wu Zetian started out as one of the many wives of the emperor and worked her way up until she sat on the throne herself. Although she could be cruel, Wu was a strong leader who did a lot of good for China. While she ruled, its population nearly doubled.

In The Girl Who Became Emperor, find out all about Wu’s fascinating life. Discover how she managed to become the emperor’s wife number one, take his place, and rule China for more than fifty years.

The simple language and beautiful illustrations make this book a wonderful reader or bedtime story. It is suitable for all ages, but children aged 5-12 years will especially enjoy reading this book.

About the Once Upon A Time In China… series
China has a very long history that includes many fascinating stories, but often they are too complex for young children to read. For this series, Jillian Lin has rewritten the most well-known tales in a simple, engaging manner, for children from age five to enjoy. While some stories sound almost like fairytales, they are all based on true historical facts, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. Each book contains the life story of a famous figure in Chinese history, a list of interesting facts, a quiz, and a map.

Other books in this series include:
- The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall (Qin Shihuang) - www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAUX224
- The King Without A Throne (Confucius/Kong Qiu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00TPRSD0I
- The Mountain Man Of Music (Zhu Zaiyu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36J87E
- The Miracle Doctor (Hua Tuo) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EBRN52M
- The Dreamer Of Stars (Zhang Heng)
- The Greatest Explorer In The World (Zheng He)
- The Pirate King (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong)

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Moon Festival Wishes: Moon Cake and Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration (Fun Festivals Book 1) Sep 8, 2018

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 139 )

$2.99

The moon is big and round tonight.
Today is a special day for Mei and her family.
It is the Chinese Moon Festival.

In this beautifully illustrated book, children aged 2 to 6 will follow Mei as she and her family prepare for and celebrate the Mid-autumn, Mooncake, or Moon Festival. They will also enjoy reading the story behind one of the most important Chinese celebrations. More interesting facts and questions for discussion are included at the back of the book.

Written in English and Chinese, Moon Festival Wishes is perfect as an early reader or to read aloud.

Other Formats: Paperback

This title and over 1 million more available with Kindle Unlimited.

The Happy Sailor Of China: The Story of Zheng He - in English & Chinese (Heroes Of China Book 7) Feb 12, 2017

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 3 )

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Zheng’s grandfather has been to many places.
Zheng would love to travel, too.
Can he make his dream come true?

Children aged 2 to 5 will enjoy this story of the explorer Zheng He (郑和), who is thought to have discovered America before Columbus.

This bilingual book is part of the Heroes of China series in which Jillian Lin retells tales of famous Chinese figures so they are easy and fun to read. Beautiful illustrations make these books wonderful early readers or read-aloud stories in English and Chinese.

Other titles in the series include:

The First Emperor Of China (Qin Shihuang)
The Wise Teacher Of China (Confucius)
The Music Man Of China (Zhu Zaiyu)
The Clever Doctor Of China (Hua Tuo)
The Girl Emperor Of China (Wu Zetian)
The Star Gazer Of China (Zhang Heng)
The Pirate King Of China (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong)

Also available as e-books on www.amazon.com.
For more information, visit www.jillianlin.com

Other Formats: Paperback

This title and over 1 million more available with Kindle Unlimited.

The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall (illustrated kids books, picture book biographies, bedtime stories for kids, Chinese history and culture): Qin Shihuang (Once Upon A Time In China) Feb 6, 2015

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 120 )

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DID YOU KNOW that China was named after its first emperor—the brilliant, all-powerful emperor who built The Great Wall?

In this book, read about his interesting life and how he became one of the most important men in Chinese history.

Emperor Qin Shihuang may have lived more than two thousand years ago, his memory still lives on. Each year, thousands of people visit the Great Wall, as well as the army of Terracotta Warriors hidden in the emperor’s secret tomb. And did you know that China was named after him?

In The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall, discover why Qin built the Wall, how he made China the biggest country on earth, and what he hid in his secret tomb.

The simple language and beautiful illustrations make this book a wonderful reader or bedtime story. It is suitable for all ages, but children aged 5-12 years will especially enjoy reading this book.

About the Once Upon A Time In China… series
China has a very long history that includes many fascinating stories, but often they are too complex for young children to read. For this series, Jillian Lin has rewritten the most well-known tales in a simple, engaging manner, for children from age five to enjoy. While some stories sound almost like fairytales, they are all based on true historical facts, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. Each book contains the life story of a famous figure in Chinese history, a list of interesting facts, a quiz, and a map.

Other books in this series include:
- The King Without A Throne (Confucius/Kong Qiu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00TPRSD0I
- The Mountain Man Of Music (Zhu Zaiyu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36J87E
- The Miracle Doctor (Hua Tuo) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EBRN52M
- The Girl Who Became Emperor (Wu Zetian) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EDLZMFY
- The Dreamer Of Stars (Zhang Heng) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EDMFON8
- The Greatest Explorer In The World (Zheng He) -www.amazon.com/dp/B01EE4IHQQ
- The Pirate King (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EDOPTRM

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Chinese New Year Wishes: Chinese Spring and Lantern Festival Celebration (Fun Festivals Book 2) Jan 2, 2019

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 107 )

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It is Hong's favorite time of the year.
His whole family celebrates.
It is Chinese New Year.

In this beautifully illustrated book, children aged 2 to 6 will follow Hong as he and his family prepare for and celebrate the Chinese New Year Festival. They will also enjoy reading the story behind the most important celebration in Chinese culture. More interesting facts and questions for discussion are included at the back of the book.

Written in English and Chinese, Chinese New Year Wishes is perfect as an early reader or to read aloud.

Other Formats: Paperback

This title and over 1 million more available with Kindle Unlimited.

The Pirate King (illustrated kids books, picture book biographies, bedtime stories for kids, Chinese history and culture): Koxinga (Once Upon A Time In China) Apr 16, 2016

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 3 )

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DID YOU KNOW that in parts of Asia people pray to a pirate who lived in China hundreds of years ago

Koxinga was an army leader who had followed in his father’s footsteps to become a pirate. Unlike his dad, however, he used the money he stole to protect China when the Manchu people attacked the country.

In The Pirate King, find out how brave Koxinga was in fighting the Manchus, how he became the king of an island, and why the Chinese and the Japanese see him as a hero—even a god.

The simple language and beautiful illustrations make this book a wonderful reader or bedtime story. It is suitable for all ages, but children aged 5-12 years will especially enjoy reading this book.

About the Once Upon A Time In China… series
China has a very long history that includes many fascinating stories, but often they are too complex for young children to read. For this series, Jillian Lin has rewritten the most well-known tales in a simple, engaging manner, for children from age five to enjoy. While some stories sound almost like fairytales, they are all based on true historical facts, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. Each book contains the life story of a famous figure in Chinese history, a list of interesting facts, a quiz, and a map.

Other books in this series include:
- The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall (Qin Shihuang) - www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAUX224
- The King Without A Throne (Confucius/Kong Qiu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00TPRSD0I
- The Mountain Man Of Music (Zhu Zaiyu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36J87E
- The Miracle Doctor (Hua Tuo) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EBRN52M
- The Girl Who Became Emperor (Wu Zetian) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EDLZMFY
- The Dreamer Of Stars (Zhang Heng)- www.amazon.com/dp/B01EDMFON8
- The Greatest Explorer In The World (Zheng He) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EE4IHQQ

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The Music Man Of China: The Story Of Zhu Zaiyu - in English & Chinese (Heroes Of China Book 3) Feb 12, 2017

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 3 )

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Zhu loves music.
Zhu loves numbers.
How can he put the two together?

Children aged 2 to 5 will enjoy this story of Zhu Zaiyu (朱載堉), who was the first to discover the tones of music as we know it today.

This bilingual book is part of the Heroes of China series in which Jillian Lin retells tales of famous Chinese figures so they are easy and fun to read. Beautiful illustrations make these books wonderful early readers or read-aloud stories in English and Chinese.

Other titles in the series include:

The First Emperor Of China (Qin Shihuang)
The Wise Teacher Of China (Confucius)
The Clever Doctor Of China (Hua Tuo)
The Girl Emperor Of China (Wu Zetian)
The Star Gazer Of China (Zhang Heng)
The Happy Sailor Of China (Zheng He)
The Pirate King Of China (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong)

Also available as e-books on www.amazon.com.
For more information, visit www.jillianlin.com

Other Formats: Paperback

This title and over 1 million more available with Kindle Unlimited.

The King Without A Throne (illustrated kids books, picture book biographies, bedtime stories for kids, Chinese history and culture): Confucius (Once Upon A Time In China) Feb 16, 2015

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 21 )

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DID YOU KNOW that Confucius was a teacher who opened the first public school in the world?

Read all about his life and his brilliant ideas, which people still study today—two-and-a-half thousand years later.

In Confucius: King Without A Throne, discover how Confucius became one of the greatest teachers in the history of China. Together with his following of students he traveled from kingdom to kingdom to give advice to their kings. Even so, he wasn’t happy. Read the book to find out why, at the end of his life, Confucius thought he was a failure.

The simple language and beautiful illustrations make this book a wonderful reader or bedtime story. It is suitable for all ages, but children aged 5-12 years will especially enjoy reading this book.

About the Once Upon A Time In China… series
China has a very long history that includes many fascinating stories, but often they are too complex for young children to read. For this series, Jillian Lin has rewritten the most well-known tales in a simple, engaging manner, for children from age five to enjoy. While some stories sound almost like fairytales, they are all based on true historical facts, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. Each book contains the life story of a famous figure in Chinese history, a list of interesting facts, a quiz, and a map.

Other books in this series include:
- The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall (Qin Shihuang) - www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAUX224
- The Mountain Man Of Music (Zhu Zaiyu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36J87E
- The Miracle Doctor (Hua Tuo) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EBRN52M
- The Girl Who Became Emperor (Wu Zetian)
- The Dreamer Of Stars (Zhang Heng)
- The Greatest Explorer In The World (Zheng He)
- The Pirate King (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong)

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Dragon Boat Festival Wishes: Duanwu (Double Fifth) & Zongzi Chinese Festival Celebration (Fun Festivals Book 3) Jun 1, 2020

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 14 )

$2.99

Our family is excited, especially Baba. 
He has been training for today all year.
 It is the Dragon Boat Festival.

In this beautifully illustrated book, children aged 2 to 6 will follow Ying and Han as their family prepares for and celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival. They will also enjoy reading the story behind this important Chinese celebration. More interesting facts and questions for discussion are included at the back of the book.

Written in English and Chinese, Dragon Boat Festival Wishes is perfect as an early reader or to read aloud.

Other Formats: Paperback

This title and over 1 million more available with Kindle Unlimited.

The Dreamer Of Stars (illustrated kids books, picture book biographies, bedtime stories for kids, Chinese history and culture): Zhang Heng (Once Upon A Time In China) Apr 16, 2016

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 2 )

$1.99

DID YOU KNOW that a scientist from ancient China was the first person in history who discovered that the world was round?

Two thousand years ago, a little boy called Zhang Heng loved to gaze up at the stars and the night sky. As he grew up, he devoted his life to studying them and making interesting discoveries.

In The Dreamer Of Stars, find out why people believe Zhang was the cleverest man in the history of China. Not only was he a great painter, poet, and mathematician, he was also a brilliant inventor. He was the first person in the world to invent a machine that could predict earthquakes.

About the Once Upon A Time In China… series
China has a very long history that includes many fascinating stories, but often they are too complex for young children to read. For this series, Jillian Lin has rewritten the most well-known tales in a simple, engaging manner, for children from age five to enjoy. While some stories sound almost like fairytales, they are all based on true historical facts, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. Each book contains the life story of a famous figure in Chinese history, a list of interesting facts, a quiz, and a map.

Other books in this series include:
- The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall (Qin Shihuang) - www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAUX224
- The King Without A Throne (Confucius/Kong Qiu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00TPRSD0I
- The Mountain Man Of Music (Zhu Zaiyu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36J87E
- The Miracle Doctor (Hua Tuo) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EBRN52M
- The Girl Who Became Emperor (Wu Zetian)
- The Greatest Explorer In The World (Zheng He)
- The Pirate King (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong)

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The Mountain Man of Music (illustrated kids books, picture book biographies, bedtime stories for kids, Chinese history and culture): Zhu Zaiyu (Once Upon A Time In China) May 3, 2015

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 3 )

$1.99

DID YOU KNOW that music as we know it today, originates from a prince in ancient China?

From a young age, Prince Zaiyu was a genius in mathematics, poetry, astronomy, and of course, music. He discovered that you only need twelve musical tones to make the most beautiful music. Up to this very day, we still use those twelve tones—just listen to the white and black keys between A to G on a piano.

In The Mountain Man of Music, learn more about the life of this Chinese prince, from the time he was a crying baby to the last days of his life. Without Zaiyu, we probably would not be listening to the music of Mozart, Michael Jackson, and Eminem today!

The simple language and beautiful illustrations make this book a wonderful reader or bedtime story. It is suitable for all ages, but children aged 5-12 years will especially enjoy reading this book.

About the Once Upon A Time In China… series
China has a very long history that includes many fascinating stories, but often they are too complex for young children to read. For this series, Jillian Lin has rewritten the most well-known tales in a simple, engaging manner, for children from age five to enjoy. While some stories sound almost like fairytales, they are all based on true historical facts, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. Each book contains the life story of a famous figure in Chinese history, a list of interesting facts, a quiz, and a map.

Other books in this series include:
- The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall (Qin Shihuang) - www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAUX224
- The King Without A Throne (Confucius/Kong Qiu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00TPRSD0I
- The Miracle Doctor (Hua Tuo) - www.amazon.com/dp/B01EBRN52M
- The Girl Who Became Emperor (Wu Zetian)
- The Dreamer Of Stars (Zhang Heng)
- The Greatest Explorer In The World (Zheng He)
- The Pirate King (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong)

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The Miracle Doctor (illustrated kids books, picture book biographies, bedtime stories for kids, Chinese history and culture): Hua Tuo (Once Upon A Time In China) Apr 15, 2016

by Jillian Lin, Shi Meng

( 6 )

$1.99

DID YOU KNOW that a doctor who lived in China almost two thousand years ago is still helping people get better today?

Hua Tuo was the first person in the world to invent a drink that puts people to sleep when they are having surgery. He also came up with health exercises based on the movements of animals, which people use up to this day.

In this book, discover how Hua Tuo earned the nickname ‘The Miracle Doctor’. Learn all about his life, from his early days when he used clever tricks to be accepted as a medical student, to his tragic end, when he had to spend his last days in jail.

The simple language and beautiful illustrations make this book a wonderful reader or bedtime story. It is suitable for all ages, but children aged 5-12 years will especially enjoy reading this book.

About the Once Upon A Time In China… series
China has a very long history that includes many fascinating stories, but often they are too complex for young children to read. For this series, Jillian Lin has rewritten the most well-known tales in a simple, engaging manner, for children from age five to enjoy. While some stories sound almost like fairytales, they are all based on true historical facts, brought to life with beautiful illustrations. Each book contains the life story of a famous figure in Chinese history, a list of interesting facts, a quiz, and a map.

Other books in this series include:
- The Emperor Who Built The Great Wall (Qin Shihuang) - www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAUX224
- The King Without A Throne (Confucius/Kong Qiu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00TPRSD0I
- The Mountain Man Of Music (Zhu Zaiyu) -www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36J87E
- The Girl Who Became Emperor (Wu Zetian)
- The Dreamer Of Stars (Zhang Heng)
- The Greatest Explorer In The World (Zheng He)
- The Pirate King (Koxinga/Zheng Chenggong)

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DID YOU KNOW that in the long history of China, there has only been one emperor who was female?

The moon is big and round tonight.
Today is a special day for Mei and her family.
It is the Chinese Moon Festival.

DID YOU KNOW that China was named after its first emperor—the brilliant, all-powerful emperor who built The Great Wall?

It is Hong's favorite time of the year.
His whole family celebrates.
It is Chinese New Year.

DID YOU KNOW that in parts of Asia people pray to a pirate who lived in China hundreds of years ago

DID YOU KNOW that Confucius was a teacher who opened the first public school in the world?

Our family is excited, especially Baba. 
He has been training for today all year.
 It is the Dragon Boat Festival.

DID YOU KNOW that a scientist from ancient China was the first person in history who discovered that the world was round?

DID YOU KNOW that music as we know it today, originates from a prince in ancient China?

DID YOU KNOW that a doctor who lived in China almost two thousand years ago is still helping people get better today?

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DID YOU KNOW that in the long history of China, there has only been one emperor who was female?

The moon is big and round tonight.Today is a special day for Mei and her family.It is the Chinese Moon Festival.

DID YOU KNOW that China was named after its first emperor—the brilliant, all-powerful emperor who built The Great Wall?

It is Hong's favorite time of the year.His whole family celebrates.It is Chinese New Year.

DID YOU KNOW that in parts of Asia people pray to a pirate who lived in China hundreds of years ago

DID YOU KNOW that Confucius was a teacher who opened the first public school in the world?

Our family is excited, especially Baba. He has been training for today all year. It is the Dragon Boat Festival.

DID YOU KNOW that a scientist from ancient China was the first person in history who discovered that the world was round?

DID YOU KNOW that music as we know it today, originates from a prince in ancient China?

DID YOU KNOW that a doctor who lived in China almost two thousand years ago is still helping people get better today?

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The moon is big and round tonight.
Today is a special day for Mei and her family.
It is the Chinese Moon Festival.

It is Hong's favorite time of the year.
His whole family celebrates.
It is Chinese New Year.

Our family is excited, especially Baba. 
He has been training for today all year.
 It is the Dragon Boat Festival.