Originally from China, Boya has traveled from Canada to the United States and now resides in the charming city of Baltimore.A few years ago we had a revolution go through our school. Follow him on Tumblr at and on Twitter at BOYA SUN is an illustrator and co-author of the graphic novel Chasma Knights. His work has appeared in a variety of formats, including book covers, picture books, and animation.

Follow Xanthe on Tumblr at and on Twitter at MATT ROCKEFELLER is an illustrator and comic book artist from Tucson, Arizona.

When not working on picture books, fashion illustration, and comics, Xanthe enjoys soaking up the beachside sun. XANTHE BOUMA is an illustrator based in Southern California.

He has translated a number of bestselling graphic novels, including Joann Sfar's The Rabbi's Cat, Penelope Bagleu's Exquisite Corpse, and Gene Luen Yang's American Born Chinese (into French). Follow Mark on Tumblr at and the 5 Worlds team on Twitter at ALEXIS SIEGEL is a writer and translator based in London, England. He is also the founder and editorial director of First Second Books. MARK SIEGEL has written and illustrated several award-winning picture books and graphic novels, including the New York Times bestseller Sailor Twain, or the Mermaid in the Hudson. Star athlete Jax Amboy is beloved by an entire galaxy, but what good is that when he has no real friends? When these three kids are forced to team up on an epic quest, it will take not one, not two, but 5 WORLDS to contain all the magic and adventure! 'This stellar team has created a gorgeous and entrancing world like no other!' -Noelle Stevenson, New York Times bestselling author of Nimona 'Epic action, adventure, and mystery will draw you in, but the heartfelt characters and their seemingly impossible journey will keep you turning the pages.' -Lisa Yee, author of the DC Super Hero Girls(TM) series A boy from the poorest slums, An Tzu has a surprising gift and a knack for getting out of sticky situations. The clumsiest student at the Sand Dancer Academy, Oona Lee is a fighter with a destiny bigger than she could ever imagine. When war erupts, three unlikely heroes will discover there's more to themselves-and more to their worlds-than meets the eye. The #1 New York Times bestselling creator of Amulet, Kazu Kibuishi, hails this first book in this groundbreaking sci-fi/fantasy adventure series as 'a magical journey, as fun as it is beautiful!' Think Star Wars meets Avatar: The Last Airbender! A PW BEST SUMMER BOOKA JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD SELECTION The Five Worlds are on the brink of extinction unless five ancient and mysterious beacons are lit.

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