Episode 11 - Interview with Gloria Amescua

01/10/2025 1h 1min

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New Episode of Bilingual Book Buddies!We’re thrilled to welcome award-winning author Gloria Amescua, whose picture books celebrate heritage, resilience, and the power of storytelling. In this episode, Gloria shares the inspiration behind her work, her journey as a bilingual writer, and the importance of giving young readers mirrors and windows through literature.Join us for a warm, inspiring conversation filled with stories, insights, and bilingual book love!Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode.#BilingualBookBuddies #GloriaAmescua #BilingualBooks #LatinxAuthors #childrensbooks Meet Your Hosts: Alicia Salazar – Mexican American children’s author and former elementary school teacher. Author of the Camila the Star series, Alicia crafts stories that empower young readers. Website: alicia-salazar.comFacebook: Alicia Salazar AuthorInstagram: @albricias123 Claudia Sloan – Mexican American artist, author, and illustrator known for her whimsical children’s books like Grey Ghost Mischief and We Are The Valley!. Claudia’s work celebrates Latinx culture and wellness. Website: claudia-sloan.comInstagram: @claudia.sloan Silvia López – Cuban American author and former children’s librarian. Silvia’s books, including Uno Más, One More: A Latino Retelling of an Old Scottish Ballad, and Queen of Tejano Music: Selena, highlight cultural heritage and diversity. Website: silvialopezbooks.comInstagram: @silvialopezbooksFacebook: Silvia.Lopez.Writes About Bilingual Book Buddies:Bilingual Book Buddies is a podcast dedicated to celebrating bilingual children’s literature. Each episode features conversations with authors, illustrators, and many others involved in bringing bilingual books to life. Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes!