Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions

Lenore Look

Sep 2020 · Alvin Ho Book 6 · Penguin Random House Audio · Narrated by Everette Plen

About this audiobook

Alvin and his family visit China in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!

Alvin, an Asian American second grader who’s afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole new level—or should we say, continent. On a trip to introduce brand-new baby Ho to relatives in China, Alvin’s anxiety is at fever pitch. First there’s the harrowing 16-hour plane ride; then there’s a whole slew of cultural differences to contend with: eating lunch food for breakfast, kung fu lessons, and acupuncture treatment (yikes!). Not to mention the crowds that make it easy for a small boy to get lost.

A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.

“Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

About the author

Lenore Look first discovered a love of writing when she was a young child, creating, packaging, and distributing her own picture books. After a career in journalism, she went on to write many children's books, including Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things and Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters. 

Everette Plen is an actor, audiobook narrator, and voice talent. His television credits include Criminal Minds, ER, and over three years on the Disney Channel. Everette won the 2009 Parents Choice GOLD Award for his narration of the Alvin Ho series by author Lenore Look, available from Listening Library. Everette is also a third degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do Karate.