In this episode of Bilingual Book Buddies,we’re excited to welcome Alexandra Alessandri, award-winning Colombian American author of bilingual books that celebrate Latinx culture, identity, and belonging. Alexandra’s titles include Isabel and Her ColoresGo to School, The Enchanted Life of Valentina Mejía, GrowUp, Luchy Zapata, Feliz New Year, Ava Gabriela!, and more.She shares her journey as a writer, her passion forbilingual storytelling, and how her Colombian heritage inspires her work.Connect with Alexandra AlessandriWebsite: alexandraalessandri.comInstagram: @apalessandriMeet your hosts:Alicia Salazar – Mexican American children’s author and formerelementary teacher. Author of the Camila the Starseries.Website: alicia-salazar.com | Instagram: @albricias123Claudia Sloan – Mexican American artist, author, and illustratorof Grey Ghost Mischief and We Are The Valley!Website: claudia-sloan.com | Instagram: @claudia.sloanSilvia López – Cuban American author and former librarian. Booksinclude Queen of Tejano Music: Selena and many others.Website: silvialopezbooks.com | Instagram: @silvialopezbooksBilingual Book Buddies is a podcast celebratingbilingual children’s literature. Each episode features conversations with thecreatives bringing these books to life.Subscribe and tap the notification bell so youdon’t miss future episodes!#BilingualBookBuddies #ChildrensBooks #LatinxAuthors#BilingualLiterature #AlexandraAlessandri #OwnVoices #KidLit #BilingualBooks#Podcast

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