Speak Up, Santiago!

A TEXAS BLUEBONNET AWARD NOMINEE“An honest take on seeking acceptance and striving to fit in.” —Kirkus Reviews“Themes of celebrating one’s culture, battling insecurity, and finding self-confidence permeate this vibrantly colorful narrative, a bright start to a promising series.” —Publishers Weekly“A love note to bilingual kids, this story empowers them to feel secure in their identities and the bond of family and community.” —Booklist”[T]his graphic novel might serve as a mirror for students who feel caught between cultural expectations….An enjoyable story about learning Spanish and much more.” —School Library Journal

Julio Anta is a Cuban and Colombian American author from Miami, Florida. He currently resides in New York City where he works to tell stories about diverse Latinx characters for readers of all ages. He is best known for his comic book series HOME, and his work at Marvel and DC Comics. Julio is making his middle grade debut with Speak Up Santiago.

Gabi Mendez is a queer Mexican-American comics artist and illustrator. Originally from San Pedro, California, Gabi is a graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and the sequential art master’s program at SCAD. Gabi made her graphic novel debut with Lo and Behold and lives in Chicago, where she’s working on the next Hillside graphic novel.

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