Black Belt Club Series in Development

Author Dawn Barnes’ popular book series The Black Belt Club is being developed into an animated series by producer John Drdek.

The illustrated book series, about four young martial artists who are transported to a land of ancient myths, has sold more than 250,000 copies to date. A fourth book in the series is due to be published next year, alongside the airing of the series.

Drdek is a former writer for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and produced the series Johnny Lightning for Starz/Film Roman. Curious Pictures has begun working on conceptual art for the series, which will be aimed at boys ages 6-11 and expected to air in 2010.

‘I’ve always been a huge fan of the books. Working with Dawn and exploring the fantasy world she’s created is a dream come true,’ said Drdek.