I always smile at the line, “Democracy is not a spectator sport.” Democracy isn’t easy as President Barack Obama reminded us in his farewell remarks. Participating in preserving and strengthening our democracy requires work, hard work–from each of us. I … Continue reading →
We’re celebrating many publication anniversaries of Pat’s books in 2017! 5 years The Beautiful Lady: Our Lady of Guadalupe 10 years Yum! ¡Mmm! ¡Qué Rico! America’s Sproutings 15 years A Library for Juana: The World of Sor Juana Inés Maria … Continue reading →
Día Partner, The Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature (CSMCL), has opened the application process for their 2017 Día grant. Libraries who have a Children’s Day, Book Day/El día de los niños, El día de los libros program … Continue reading →
"Mora confronts the clash of cultures in a courageous, tough tone that masks a gentle sensibility. What finally gives this book its healing power is the mesmerizing honesty of Mora’s celebration of herself as a woman, mother, lover." —The Bloomsbury … Continue reading →
I love words and epiphany (of Greek origin) is among my favorites. In a religious context, January 6 is the Feast of the Three Kings, the arrival of the Magi symbolizing that the Christ Child was revealed to the world. … Continue reading →
