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The Royal Diaries proudly presents two-time Newbery Honor author Laurence Yep, whose stunning diary of sixteen-year-old Lady of Ch’iao Kuo takes readers on a remarkable adventure of Southern China in the 6th century, where Ch’iao Kuo, a born leader called Red Bird, is courageous and keenly intelligent.

		2nd Month, 3rd Day ... There was a time that the Chinese could just make up stories and write them down. They didn't have to be afraid of the enemies attacking. They could make gardens instead of forts. They could walk out at night without any weapons and look up at stars. Master Chen calls it "peace." It is hard to think there really is such a thing. I find it easier to believe that a warrior can fly through the stars in a magic chariot. However, the history books and Master Chen all say peace really existed.