Grace Lin

4 summariesFantasy, Children's, Young Adult

Grace Lin is an author and illustrator known for her children's fiction that often draws on Chinese folklore and culture. Her notable works include "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon," "Starry River of the Sky," "When the Sea Turned to Silver," and "The Year of the Rat." Lin's storytelling combines rich narratives with vibrant illustrations, appealing to young readers and fostering cultural appreciation.

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Books by Grace Lin

4 books available

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
Grace Lin
4.3 (37k) average on GoodreadsFantasy
A determined girl, inspired by her father's stories, travels through a mythical land with a friendly dragon to find the Old Man of the Moon and learn the secrets of fortune for her family.
Starry River of the Sky
Grace Lin
4.1 (8k) average on GoodreadsFantasy
In a village where the moon is gone and strange things happen, a runaway chore boy finds that a mysterious traveler's stories, and his own past, hold the key to every puzzle.
When the Sea Turned to Silver
Grace Lin
4.3 (4k) average on GoodreadsFantasy
A young girl named Pinmei must go on a dangerous journey through a land of mythical creatures and old legends to find the Luminous Stone and save her storyteller grandmother from the Emperor.
The Year of the Rat
Grace Lin
4.1 (2k) average on GoodreadsChildren's
In the Year of the Rat, Pacy deals with a new baby sister, her best friend moving, and finding her place, all while learning to accept changes that come with growing up Asian American.