The Year of the Ox: Tales from the Chinese Zodiac

Summary of Book

The fun-loving calf Olivia befriends the girl Mei, and the two become inseparable soul sisters. But pulling her weight on the farm is no easy task for the young ox. Suddenly, when her buddy and village are in trouble, can Olivia show her best qualities? This calf of golden character will appeal to fans of the classic children’s tale Ferdinand. 2021 is The Year of the Ox! Olivia embodies the best traits of people born this year. Illustrating expressive characters and vibrant action, artist Jeremiah Alcorn creates an inviting new world for readers to explore. Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is a popular annual children’s book series showcasing the twelve charming animals that embody the Chinese New Year Olivia’s colorful travels to discover her true nature will delight children and adults alike. Kids love identifying with how each animal embarks on a unique quest to discover his or her own authentic self. Bright and dynamic illustrations will appeal to parents, those interested in Asian culture, and, of course, animal lovers.

Author Biography

Oliver is the author of children's books The Adventures of WonderBaby, Timmy and Tammy's Train of Thought, and Julie Black Belt. He is the creator of the Tales of the Chinese Zodiac series: The Year of the Dog, The Year of the Pig and The Year of the Rat.

Illustrator Biography

Jeremiah was the 2003 winner of the ACME animation competition, a nationwide art contest. In this program, participants created extensive portfolios that encompassed a range artistic genres such as sculpture, printmaking, metal casting, figure drawing, and painting. A graduate of the University of Montevallo in Alabama, he concentrated in drawing, and later worked with Warner Brothers & DreamWorks. Jeremiah is married with two children and lives near Chicago, Il.