this is the first USA children's book on the topic

experienced authors, who consistently promote their new books and backlist

appeals to kids who love anime and manga

appeals to families with pre-school & elementary school age children, teachers, librarians, educators

piggybacking on increasing popularity of anime and manga in the USA

The Asian-American population (5% in 2010) will nearly double by 2050 (the fastest growing segment in the USA)

Special sales appeal to children's & cultural museums, graphic novel markets, and gift stores.