Tania de Regil estudió diseño de moda en Nueva York antes de regresar a su natal Ciudad de México para completar su formación. Su obra a menudo profundiza en temas de hogar e identidad, explorándolos con un agudo sentido del detalle y profundidad psicológica. El estilo narrativo que emplea es inmersivo e íntimo, permitiendo a los lectores conectar profundamente con sus personajes y sus viajes personales. Su obra debut en la edición estadounidense marca una voz significativa en la literatura contemporánea, resonando con la experiencia personal y las emociones humanas universales.
Julia experiences a magical summer at her grandmother's house, filled with sweet scents and comforting treats. The bond between them deepens as Grandma seems to possess an uncanny ability to predict events and share enchanting stories from the past. This nurturing environment helps Julia navigate her feelings of homesickness and prepares her for the arrival of her new baby brother, emphasizing the importance of family connections and the legacy of love and warmth that transcends generations.
The story explores the parallel lives of a girl in Mexico City and a boy in New York City as they contemplate relocating to each other's vibrant locales. Through their reflections, the narrative reveals surprising similarities between the two bustling cities and the children themselves, highlighting themes of connection, cultural exchange, and the universal experiences of childhood.
A joyful picture book biography of modern art icon Keith Haring celebrating the ways his life embodied the message: art is for everyone.
A selfish young boy learns the importance of compassion and empathy, demonstrating how even the smallest act of kindness can make a difference to someone who has nothing.