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Llyr Heller, Librarian, Teen'Scape
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The Book in Your Hand Talks!
There’s a collection at the Los Angeles Public Library we’d like to introduce you to, Vox talking books! If you’ve ever hunted for an audiobook to try to match a book or if your child has maxed out their screen time but you still need to cook a meal, this might be perfect for you and your family.
¡Quiérete! / Love Yourself With Mayra Cuevas and Jessica Parra
Realistic young adult fiction holds a special place in the hearts of many readers. It is a genre that offers relatable stories and voices that resonate with our communities, a sentiment that holds true regardless of one's age but is particularly crucial for the younger generation.
Exploring Family Heritage Through Graphic Novels With Henry Barajas
Graphic novels have become a captivating medium combining visual artistry and storytelling. The voices and perspectives of the Latino community have gained recognition thanks to authors like Henry Barajas.
Poetry With Yesika Salgado
Yesika Salgado, a Los Angeles-based Salvadoran poet, has carved a distinctive path in the world of poetry. Her writing is about her family, her culture, her city, and her own body. She is a two-time National Poetry Slam finalist and the recipient of the 2020 International Latino Book Award in Poetry.
Get to Know Ari Tison
Ari Tison is an amazing Bribri (Indigenous Costa Rican) poet and author who has won several awards for her incredible work.
L.A. Libros Fest: Interview With Maritere Bellas
L.A. Libros Fest: Interview With Ernesto Cisneros
L.A. Libros Fest: Interview With Ericka Sanchez
L.A. Libros Fest: Interview With David Bowles
David Bowles is a Mexican American author and translator from south Texas, where he teaches at the University of Texas Río Grande Valley. He has written over two dozen award-winning titles, most notably They Call Me Güero and My Two Border Towns.
L.A. Libros Fest: Interview With Mirelle Ortega
Mirelle Ortega is a Mexican illustrator and writer for kidlit and Animation based in Los Angeles, CA.