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I Am Boricua is a tale of self-discovery that follows Flor, a young Puerto Rican growing up in Brooklyn, NY. Flor's heartfelt exploration of Nuyorican identity celebrates the experiences of countless young Puerto Ricans who question their authenticity and language abilities. Join Flor as she embraces her heritage and finds a sense of belonging within the Puerto Rican diaspora.

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Samantha J. Garcia-Sherpa is a Nuyorican educator currently residing in Brooklyn, NY. Inspired by her Puerto Rican roots, she wrote I Am Boricua as a tribute to her family. With a background in Journalism and Education, she finds inspiration in travel and loves learning from different cultures. When she's not writing stories, Samantha enjoys learning new things with her son and spending time with her family. Visit her at Nuyoricanbooks.com. Tharushi Fernando is a fashion designer and boutique owner who graduated from the University of Moratuwa. She studied Fashion Design and Product Development, merging this expertise with her love of illustrations. I Am Boricua is a project near and dear to her heart, as she believes it encourages the reader to view themselves in a positive light, improving self-esteem in young children. In addition to her love of illustrating, Tharushi is a proud and busy mom to a baby boy.

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