Ruby Lu Brave and True By Lenore Look (Grades 1-3)

Ruby Lu Brave and True tells the story of eight-year-old Ruby Lu who loves Magic and, begrudgingly, her little brother. However, there are some things she is not as fond about, such as having to go to Chinese school on Saturdays. This novel is the first in a series of books about Ruby Lu's adventures growing up.

Lenore Look is an award winning author who has also written the popular Alvin Ho series. She graduated from Princeton University and has previously worked as a journalist, contributing to the L.A. Times. She has always loved writing and, as a child, created and distributed her own picture books.