Overview
These sixteen stories by award-winning and bestselling YA authors center a Latinx point of view in an empowering anthology that reimagines classics through fantasy, science fiction, and with a dash of magic, for fans of A PHOENIX FIRST MUST BURN and RECLAIM THE STARS In classic stories remixed, Latinx characters take center stage Pride and Prejudice is launched into outer space, Frankenstein is plunged into the depths of the ocean, and The Great Gatsby floats to an island off the coast of Costa Rica. A shape-shifter gives up her life to save the boy she loves from an evil bruja. La Ciguapa covets a little mermaid’s heart of gold. Two star-crossed teens fall in love while the planet burns around them. Whether characters fall in love, battle foes, or grow through grief, each story will empower readers to see themselves as the heroes of the stories that make our world. Featuring original stories from: Olivia Abtahi David Bowles Zoraida Córdova Saraciea J. Fennell Raquel Vasquez Gilliland Torrey Maldonado Jasminne Mendez Anna Meriano Amparo Ortiz Laura Pohl Sandra Proudman NoNieqa Ramos Monica Sanz Eric Smith Ari Tison Alexandra Villasante
Full Product Details
Author: Sandra Proudman
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Imprint: Inkyard Press
Edition: Original
Dimensions:
Width: 15.80cm
, Height: 2.70cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 0.451kg
ISBN: 9781335010018
ISBN 10: 1335010017
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 09 May 2024
Recommended Age: From 13 years
Audience:
Young adult
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Teenage / Young adult
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
“Each entry completely transforms its source material into a fresh, culturally specific, and relevant new version. An expertly executed anthology remixing classics into empowering, modern vignettes.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review “In the many ways that science fiction and fantasy can broaden the dreams of any young person, this short story collection more than earns its spot on a shelf.”—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
Author Information
Sandra Proudman (she/her/ella) is a Mexican American author of unabashed Latinx stories and a literary associate living in the heart of CA. When not immersed in all things publishing, you can find her spending time with her amazing husband and adorable preschooler, catching up on her shows and baking five-star pies. She is the author of the YA fantasy, Salvación, out fall 2024. Connect with her on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @SandraProudman and at sandraproudman.com.
