Julie Black Belt: The Belt of Fire

sequel to 2007 storybook, which is in its 2nd printing

martial arts is an increasingly popular after-school activity for kids

capitalizes on the popularity of Asian film (Kung Fu Panda) and its stars (new Karate Kid with Jackie Chan)

special sales appeal (martial arts schools and programs)

There are +30,000 schools in the USA (Martialinfo.com)

In California, there are +13,000 martial arts studios (including YMCA & healthclubs)

21 million adults have participated in some form of a martial arts program

17 million have participated in Yoga (a popular form of martial arts)