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    • Cookbooks
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    • Testimonials
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New Asian Writing Interview

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Secrets of the Terra-Cotta Soldier is written by Ying Chang Compestine who grew up in China and now lives in Lafayette, California. She is a popular author of children’s books, cookbooks, and novels. Ying’s son, Vinson Compestine, is a National Merit Scholar currently studying at the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business.

Read an interview from authors Ying Compestine and Vinson Compestine on their mother-and-son collaboration!

Praise for Terra-Cotta Soldier



​“An excellent adventure with many facts about ancient China”
— The Morning Call


“Historical photos and Indiana Jones–style adventure enrich this tale of an unusual meeting between the Qin Dynasty and the 20th century.”
— Kirkus Reviews


“Despite the hardships, both courageous characters work to uphold their respective duties: Shi to protect the tomb and Ming to protect the cultural legacy of China’s people. With archival art, recipes, and endnotes, this title is sure to be a hit in the classroom.”
— Booklist


“...history is skillfully woven into the action. The statue's backstory and the secret traps of the tomb provide ample adventure.”
— School Library Journal


“…a wonderful way to introduce readers to Chinese history, both near recent and ancient.”
— Association of Children’s Librarians
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