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Latinx Romance Anthology Highlights Sexually and Culturally Diverse Love

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 4, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 4, 202206109

Latinx love stories aren’t often diverse or varied in publishing but Latinx authors are slowly but surely changing that. A group of Latina authors came together this past holiday season to create a thoughtful, holiday-themed romance anthology that intentionally highlights diverse...

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‘Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed’ is a Powerful Anthology of Diverse Latinx Voices

Virginia IsaadNovember 4, 2021February 28, 2022

by Virginia IsaadNovember 4, 2021February 28, 202208296

Latinx stories aren’t often represented in the mostly white publishing industry so the newly-released anthology Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed, edited by Saraciea J. Fennell, who is of Black, Indigenous, and Honduran woman, is a powerful book simply by existing....

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President Joe Biden’s Diverse Cabinet Includes Four Latinx Members

Virginia IsaadJanuary 20, 2021February 2, 2021

by Virginia IsaadJanuary 20, 2021February 2, 202107476

President Joe Biden’s administration is ushering in one of the most diverse Cabinets in history with the inclusion of Latino members like Xavier Becerra and Isabel Guzman. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump began his presidency with no Latinos in his...

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‘The Little Mermaid’ Remake Includes Diverse Cast with Music by Lin-Manuel Miranda

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 6, 2021January 6, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 6, 2021January 6, 2021019321

The cast of the upcoming live-action remake of Disney’s The Little Mermaid was announced a few weeks ago and while we’ve known for some time that Black actress/singer Halle Bailey – from Chloe x Halle and Grown-ish – had been...

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Diverse New Barbies Released with Vitiligo and No Hair

Virginia IsaadJanuary 29, 2020July 21, 2020

by Virginia IsaadJanuary 29, 2020July 21, 202004692

In a move for more diversity, Barbie released new designs including a doll with the skin condition vitiligo, a hairless doll, and a black doll with a prosthetic limb. In a statement, Mattel says they are attempting to showcase “a...

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Help Your Kids Find Books with Diverse Characters

Common Sense MediaJune 10, 2017January 21, 2021

by Common Sense MediaJune 10, 2017January 21, 20210790

There’s been a lot of talk lately about the lack of diversity in books for kids and teens. The late Newbery Award-wining children’s author Walter Dean Myers caused quite a stir with his 2014 New York Times essay “Where Are the People of Color in Children’s...

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Izzie Chea talks ADHD, Neurodiversity, and Mental Health Stigmas Among Latinxs

Anna OrtegaMarch 28, 2023March 28, 2023

by Anna OrtegaMarch 28, 2023March 28, 20230198

In many Latinx families, we don’t usually acknowledge or discuss mental health with each other, as it often causes confusion and frustration. However, when the pandemic hit and everyone’s lives came tumbling down, most of the systems that people had...

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11 Iconic Latina Poets Whose Work Everyone Needs to Read

Nicole YoungMarch 27, 2023March 27, 2023

by Nicole YoungMarch 27, 2023March 27, 20230476

The world of poetry has been shaped and enriched by the contributions of countless Latina poets. These writers, with diverse experiences, have left an indelible mark on literature that continues to reverberate decades later. From the mystical and philosophical works...

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I Love Chamoy Founder Talks Diabetes-Friendly Chamoy & the Power of Social Media

Sofía AguilarMarch 9, 2023March 10, 2023

by Sofía AguilarMarch 9, 2023March 10, 202301526

From traditional candies to sliced fruit coated in tajín, spice is a crucial element in many Latin American dishes. When it comes to Mexican food, chamoy and tajín with fruit are one of the tastiest trios to enjoy. But what...

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10 Inspiring Latina Writers Who Paved the Way in Publishing

Sofía AguilarMarch 8, 2023March 14, 2023

by Sofía AguilarMarch 8, 2023March 14, 202302979

Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate the contributions women have made throughout history and the present day in various industries, fields, and movements. In publishing, Latina writers remain underrepresented and therefore so do our stories. But we have...

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17 Books to Understand the Black History of Latin America

Sofía AguilarFebruary 22, 2023

by Sofía AguilarFebruary 22, 202302963

Black History Month coverage doesn’t always include Afro-Latinidad but that history (both in the U.S. and Latin America) is both important and deserving of attention. We may think we know the history of Latin America, or at least the specific...

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10 Afro-Latina Owned Brands You Need to Know About

Nicole YoungFebruary 16, 2023

by Nicole YoungFebruary 16, 202302057

For Black History Month, and year-round, we’re recognizing Afro-Latinas making a difference in their communities. One way to do this is by supporting Afro-Latina owned brands and small business owners. These inspiring women are making their dreams come true through a...