Latina and Latino Voices in Literature

This essential reference work provides a comprehensive guide to 35 significant Latina and Latino authors writing for contemporary young readers, offering detailed profiles that include personal photographs and direct quotes from the writers themselves. The newly revised edition expands the original award-winning resource with twelve additional authors and updates information on the initial twenty-three profiled writers, while adding 135 new titles to its comprehensive coverage. Teachers, librarians, and parents will find this an invaluable tool for staying current with one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving areas of modern literature for youth.

What makes this collection particularly valuable is its balance between established literary voices and emerging authors, creating a living document that reflects the current landscape of Latino literature. The inclusion of personal elements—direct quotes and photographs—transforms what could be a dry reference into an engaging exploration of the writers behind the stories. This resource serves as both a practical guide for collection development and an inspiring introduction to the rich diversity of Latino literary voices, ultimately helping readers discover stories that reflect and expand their understanding of contemporary Latino experiences.