Teen Books for Latine & Hispanic Heritage Month

by Cardinal, Ann Dávila

Book - 2023

Mica Angeles’ new boyfriend is hot, funny, and maybe not entirely human. The longer she’s with him, the more weirded-out she feels…and when she starts having visions of the apocalypse, her abuela reveals dark secrets about Mica’s ancestry. Mica Angeles’ new boyfriend is hot, funny, and maybe not entirely human. The longer she’s with him, the more weirded-out she feels…and when she starts having visions of the apocalypse, her abuela reveals dark secrets about Mica’s ancestry. Show less

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The Witch and the Vampire

by Flores, Francesca

Book - 2023

When Ava was turned into a vampire, it destroyed her friendship with Kaye - but they’ll have to work together if they want to survive a dangerous forest a...Show more When Ava was turned into a vampire, it destroyed her friendship with Kaye - but they’ll have to work together if they want to survive a dangerous forest and the vampire queen. This retelling of Rapunzel is a great choice for anyone who loves paranormal romance. Show less

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Brighter Than the Sun

by Aleman, Daniel

Book - 2023

Sol lives in Tijuana but goes to school in California - her best chance, she thinks, to become the first person in her family to attend college. Her fami...Show more Sol lives in Tijuana but goes to school in California - her best chance, she thinks, to become the first person in her family to attend college. Her family’s money troubles force her to make a hard choice: Stay on the USA side of the border to work and go to school without the support of her loved ones. Show less

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Valiant Ladies

by Grey, Melissa

Book - 2022

Kiki’s not unfamiliar with the rough streets of 17th-century Potosí - she frequently sneaks out of her high-class home in the nice part of town to fight, ...Show more Kiki’s not unfamiliar with the rough streets of 17th-century Potosí - she frequently sneaks out of her high-class home in the nice part of town to fight, gamble, and kiss her girlfriend. When her brother is murdered, though, she’ll need to learn to make those streets give up the secret of who killed him. Show less

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Salt and Sugar

by Carvalho, Rebecca

Book - 2022

Lari Ramires’ family runs Salt, a delicious Brazilian bakery - and across the street, Pedro Molinas’ family bakery, Sugar, is their rival. When a discoun...Show more Lari Ramires’ family runs Salt, a delicious Brazilian bakery - and across the street, Pedro Molinas’ family bakery, Sugar, is their rival. When a discount grocery store chain comes to the neighborhood and threatens to put both bakeries out of business, Lari and Pedro have no choice but to work together to save their families’ shops. Show less

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Saints of the Household

by Tison, Ari

Book - 2023

After they beat up a classmate in the woods, Jay and Max’s school lives change - but at home, they’re still trapped with their abusive father, doing every...Show more After they beat up a classmate in the woods, Jay and Max’s school lives change - but at home, they’re still trapped with their abusive father, doing everything they can to keep him from hurting their mother. In the wake of incredible violence, they find themselves drifting apart, each looking for some way to manage the anger and hurt within. Show less

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Spin Me Right Round

by Valdes Greenwood, David

Book - 2021

Luis’ dreams of being Prom King with his boyfriend aren’t likely to come true at his private Christian school. When he accidentally travels back in time ...Show more Luis’ dreams of being Prom King with his boyfriend aren’t likely to come true at his private Christian school. When he accidentally travels back in time to the 1985 prom at the same school, he has the chance to save another teen from discrimination and - maybe - change things for the better at his school. Show less

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Lulu and Milagro's Search for Clarity

by Velez, Angela

Book - 2022

Lulu’s so ready for college that she’d go tomorrow if she could. Her sister, Milagro, is more interested in losing her virginity than getting straight As...Show more Lulu’s so ready for college that she’d go tomorrow if she could. Her sister, Milagro, is more interested in losing her virginity than getting straight As. Over spring break, the two of them are traveling from Baltimore to San Francisco with their classmates, touring colleges and uncovering family secrets all along the way. Show less

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The Moonlit Vine

by Santiago, Elizabeth

Book - 2023

When everything in Ty’s life seems to be falling apart, a gift from her grandmother helps her find clarity. Inspired by her Taíno heritage and the amulet...Show more When everything in Ty’s life seems to be falling apart, a gift from her grandmother helps her find clarity. Inspired by her Taíno heritage and the amulet and sacred carving passed down from her ancestors, Ty takes on family drama, gang pressure, gentrification, and more. Show less

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Men of the 65th

The Borinqueneers of the Korean War

by Aikens-Nuñez, Talia

Book - 2023

The Borinqueneers received over 3,600 awards - including over 2,700 Purple Hearts! - during the Korean War, making them among the most decorated regiments...Show more The Borinqueneers received over 3,600 awards - including over 2,700 Purple Hearts! - during the Korean War, making them among the most decorated regiments in the US military. This is the true story of how they succeeded despite racism, heavy casualties, and even a court martial Show less

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Alondra

by Femia, Gina

Book - 2023

Alonda doesn’t expect a group of teens wrestling on the sidewalk to change her summer. When she decides to start wrestling with them - adding an R to her...Show more Alonda doesn’t expect a group of teens wrestling on the sidewalk to change her summer. When she decides to start wrestling with them - adding an R to her name to become the fearless Alondra - the confidence she feels in the ring changes life outside it, too. Show less

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Into the Light

by Oshiro, Mark

Book - 2023

When a dead body is found outside of a religious camp, Manny is terrified it might be his estranged sister, Elena. They haven’t seen each other since he ...Show more When a dead body is found outside of a religious camp, Manny is terrified it might be his estranged sister, Elena. They haven’t seen each other since he was kicked out of his family - and faith - a year ago, but he’s done his best to keep tabs on her. With the help of a kind family, he’s going to search for his sister, dead or alive. Show less

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