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7 Must-Read Books Written by Latin-American Immigrants

Laysha MacedoJune 28, 2021July 9, 2021

by Laysha MacedoJune 28, 2021July 9, 202109101

It is Immigrant Heritage Month and an important part of recognizing and celebrating this month is uplifting the voices and perspectives of Latinx immigrants. In an industry where Latinx writers are not widely published, reading works like these is a...

Culture Family

7 Audiobooks For Young Adult Readers by BIPOC Authors

Pamela AvilaFebruary 18, 2021

by Pamela AvilaFebruary 18, 202104507

For some of us growing up, curling up in our bed and hiding away in our room with a good book was how we preferred to spend our days. Meanwhile, others preferred to go out and spend their free time...

Lifestyle

My Last POV

lolaNovember 5, 2018August 31, 2020

by lolaNovember 5, 2018August 31, 202001305

Dear readers, These past couple of weeks, my incredibly uncanny procrastination and fear of change have gone hand in hand. I’ve never liked routine, and no matter how hard I try to keep on track with a schedule, I just...

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Lola’s POV | On writing and the number “75”

lolaOctober 14, 2018August 28, 2020

by lolaOctober 14, 2018August 28, 202001500

The numerology number “75” resonates with creative expression. The number 75 also tends to express its sense of personal freedom and can see situations with various points of view. Thus, with its innate creativity, it’s specially fitted for creative writing....

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#TBT: Some of the Most Beautiful Poems Written by Latinas

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiMay 10, 2018October 5, 2020

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiMay 10, 2018October 5, 20202 5458

Every week, in a segment we call #TBT, we take a look at the people, places, and things in Latino history that helped shape the culture. This week, the focus is on some of the women writers who wrote beautiful,...

Lifestyle

Lola’s POV: A Thing or Two About Writing

lolaMarch 25, 2018October 22, 2020

by lolaMarch 25, 2018October 22, 202001732

A thing or two about writing. Since I began writing, I came to the conclusion and acceptance, that my life no longer belongs to me. My share of good and bad days have been… well, a literal share (not the...

Lifestyle

Lola’s POV: The Balance of Staying True to My Voice

lolaOctober 28, 2017December 9, 2020

by lolaOctober 28, 2017December 9, 202003317

Oh my God! School is driving me insane! Lately I find myself having to choose between getting my full eight hours, having a social life (on hiatus right now, thanks to Hurricane María!) or acing my classes. I have a...