Yamile Saied Méndez
1) Furia
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
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Seventeen-year-old Camila Hassan, a rising soccer star in Rosario, Argentina, dreams of playing professionally, in defiance of her fathers' wishes and at the risk of her budding romance with Diego.
Rosario, Argentina. At home Camila Hassan lives within her mother's narrow expectations, her soccer-star brother's shadow, and under the abusive rule of her short-tempered father. On the field, she is La Furia, a powerhouse of skill and talent. When her...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
Unabridged.
Language
English
Description
A friendly prank war at the White House spirals out of control in this hilarious and heartfelt middle grade novel written by acclaimed author Yamile Saied Méndez and perfect for fans of President of the Whole Fifth Grade and Merci Suárez Changes Gears.
Ingrid and Winnie López have lived at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue for eight years, but their friends Skylar and Zora Williams—the
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Series
Horse country volume 1
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Welcome to Paradise Ranch, where everyone can get a second chance. Carolina Aguasvivas grew up on Paradise Ranch, which she knows down to every last pony. But things are sure to change when the new owner's daughter, Chelsie Sánchez, sweeps in with an attitude and a feisty Thoroughbred named Velvet. The mare is skittish, headstrong, and hurt -- and Carolina is determined to ride her. Chelsie, who considers herself too good to clean stalls, certainly...
Author
Series
Horse country volume 2
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Carolina's hope of opening up Paradise Ranch to everyone is coming true: the Unbridled Dreams program is ready to welcome its first sponsored student! Gisella Bassi seems like the perfect fit -- on paper, that is. When she arrives at Paradise Ranch, she's not as excited as everyone expects. She might even be... scared of the horses? But if their first student isn't a success, there's no way the program will continue. Can Caro and her new friend, Chelsie,...
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
First edition.
Language
Español
Description
Cuando se le pregunta a una chica de dónde es, de dónde es realmente, ninguna de sus respuestas parece ser la correcta. Sin estar segura de cómo responder, se dirige a su abuelo amoroso en busca de ayuda. Él no le da la respuesta que ella espera. Le da una aún mejor.
When a girl is asked where she's from--where she's really from--none of her answers seems to be the right one. Unsure about how to reply, she turns to her loving abuelo for...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"To make good use of the wedding venue after her upcoming nuptials are called off, 30-year-old Nadia Palacio decides to throw herself a second quinceañera, aka Sweet 15, until she runs into her college fling who looks even more delicious than a three-tiered cake"--
10) Que serás?
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
Español
Description
"De Yamile Saied Méndez, aclamada autora de ¿De dónde eres? llega un impresionante libro lírico ilustrado que cuenta la historia de una niña a la que constantemente se le hace una simple preguntas;¿Qué serás cuando crezcas?"--Provided by publisher.
From Yamile Saied Méndez, acclaimed author of Where are you from? An impressive lyrical illustrated book arrives that tells the story of a girl who is constantly asked a simple question;...
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
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This collection features stories from bestselling and up-and-coming YA authors.
An exceptional anthology exploring the joys, heartbreaks and triumphs of immigration-- written by YA authors who are themselves immigrants and the children of immigrants. Their characters face random traffic stops, TSA detention, customs anxiety, and the daunting and inspiring journey to new lands... while also dancing at weddings, keeping diaries, teaching ESL. In presenting...
Author
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Formats
Description
A whimsical romcom from the acclaimed author of the Reese Witherspoon YA Book Club Pick Furia, perfect for fans of The Spanish Love Deception and Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating. An accomplished young woman decides to throw herself a quinceañera (times two) for her 30th birthday after calling off her wedding, but then discovers what it really means to come into her own.
"An enchanting novel overflowing...
"An enchanting novel overflowing...
Author
Pub. Date
2022
Language
Español
Formats
Description
Ganadora de la medalla Pura Belpré 2021 para autores jóvenes.
Una poderosa novela contemporánea para jóvenes y para fanáticos de El poeta X y Yo no soy tu perfecta hija mexicana ambientada en Argentina, sobre una estrella de fútbol en ascenso que debe arriesgarlo todo, incluso su historia de amor, para seguir sus sueños. En Rosario, Argentina, Camila Hassan vive una doble vida. En casa es una hija cuidadosa que vive dentro de las estrechas...
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Whether their period's coming spurs silence or celebration, whether they are well prepared for it or totally in the dark, the young people in these sixteen stories find that getting a period brings not only changes to their bodies, but also joy, sorrow, and self-discovery. Featuring BIPOC contributors who are some of today's most talented authors in middle-grade fiction, Calling the Moon offers coming-of-age stories and poetry as varied as the phases...
Author
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Formats
Description
Fifteen original short stories from YA superstars, featuring Latine mythology's most memorable monsters
From zombies to cannibals to death incarnate, this cross-genre anthology offers something for every monster lover. In Our Shadows Have Claws, bloodthirsty vampires are hunted by a quick-witted slayer; children are stolen from their beds by "el viejo de la bolsa" while a military dictatorship steals their parents; and anyone you love, absolutely...
Pub. Date
[2023]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Rethink the way you approach writing in this revolutionary and informative new anthology from fourteen diverse authors that demystifies craft and authorship based on their experiences as writers of color--perfect for fans of Fresh Ink and Our Stories, Our Voices"--
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
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Description
"From the slightly fantastical to the utterly real, light and sweet romance to tales tinged with horror and thrills, Game On is an anthology that spans genre and style. But beneath each story is a loving ode to competition and games perfect for anyone whohas ever played a sport or a board game, picked up a video game controller, or rolled a twenty-sided die"--
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"What will you be when you grow up? A young girl dreams about all the endless possibilities, sparking a sense of wonder, curiosity, and growth. With her abuela’s loving guidance, she learns her potential is limitless. Yamile Saied Méndez’s powerful, lyrical text and Kate Alizadeh’s colorful, stunning art are a radiant celebration of family, love, and community." --
Author
Series
Horse country volume 4
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Carolina Aguasvivas's oldest friend, Vida Jones Castillo, has never been interested in riding horses -- until now! Carolina is thrilled for her BFF to join Paradise Ranch, along with new sponsorship student Brielle Stuart. The barn is a full, happy house! But the girls' perfect summer falls apart when they find out that one of the horses might be sold -- Carolina's favorite riding buddy, Shadow. Can Carolina and her friends save her beloved horse......
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