Nian

Author/Illustrator: Zhu Huiying
Format: 210mm×285mm
Pages: 36
Publication Date: Jan. 2015
Rights Sold: China Taiwan

Introduction:
The exceptional originality of Zhu Huiying's paper-cut illustrations for her fine retelling of the legend of the ferociously-hungry monster Nian makes this a book to cherish and re-read many times. As a graduate of Tsinghua University's Academy of Art and Design and student of University of the Arts London, Ms. Zhu's artistry is unsurpassed. In this version of the Chinese New Year legend, one young boy saves his village from total destruction by figuring out what the monster Nian is afraid of, the very things associated with the New Year celebration: the color red, firecrackers, and lots of noise! No longer will Nian frighten or threaten to ruin the most popular of Chinese holidays. People around the world will love this book!