Books by Xiran Jay Zhao

3 books · Ages 9–18

Known for the Iron Widow and Zachary Ying series, Xiran Jay Zhao writes middle grade and young adult for ages 9–18, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, love & family, being different.

Series

Iron Widow
Heavenly Tyrant
Iron Widow
2 books · Ages 12–18
Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor
Zachary Ying
1 book · Ages 9–13

By Age Range

Ages 8–11
1 books
Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor
Ages 12–18
3 books
Iron Widow
Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor
Heavenly Tyrant

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityLove & FamilyBeing DifferentPeer PressureJustice & FairnessResilience & PerseveranceFear & BraveryAnger & Frustration

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