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Get ready to blast back to the past and learn all about the Great Wall of China!. When people think about the Great Wall of China, that massive structure is likely to come to mind. But why did they build the wall in the first place, and how is it even still standing? This engaging nonfiction book, complete with black and white interior illustrations, will make readers feel like theyve traveled back in time. It covers everything from how the Wall was built to what life in China was like at that time, and more. Find out interesting, little-known facts such as how working on the wall was often a form of punishment, and how the wall is so long it could wrap around the world twice! The unique details along with the clever and humorous interior illustrations make this series stand out from the competition.
About the Author
I am the author of ALWAYS, FOREVER, a YA retelling of Daphne du Maurier's REBECCA, and BEAUTY, a YA retelling of the Snow White tale. My new YA novel, CONSENT, comes out on November 10, 2015.
I've also contributed to several celebrity novels, including a New York Times-bestselling YA trilogy.
My favorite cures for writers' block are long walks, long showers, popcorn, chocolate, and really expensive coffee. I talk to myself a lot while I write (you know, to make sure the dialogue zings) .
Please visit my website at www.nancyohlin.com and stop by my author page on Facebook. You can also follow me on Twitter @NancyOhlin. Thank you and happy reading!
