Program Description
Latine Author Book Cafe
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss works written by Latine authors.* Spanish language copies will be made available when possible. Learn more about library-led book discussions »
*After discussion with community members and staff, the library changed its usage from “Latinx” to “Latine.” Latine is a term created by LGBTQIA+ Spanish speakers. This term uses the letter "e" to illustrate gender inclusivity within existing Spanish pronunciation rules. It is a more inclusive term that acknowledges the gender and language diversity of the community.
Event Details
February book club pick: Wild Tongues Can't Be Tamed
Please note: This month we will meet on MONDAY, February 6 at 6-7PM
Edited by Saraciea J. Fennell, founder of The Bronx Is Reading, and featuring an all-star cast of Latinx bestselling and award-winning authors as well as up-and-coming voices interrogating the different myths and stereotypes about the Latinx diaspora.
These fifteen original pieces delve into everything from ghost stories and superheroes to memories in the kitchen and travels around the world, to addiction and grief, to identity and anti-Blackness, to finding love and speaking your truth. Full of both sorrow and joy, Wild Tongues Can't Be Tamed is an essential celebration of this rich and diverse community.
The bestselling and award-winning contributors include Elizabeth Acevedo, Cristina Arreola, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, Naima Coster, Natasha Diaz, Saraciea J. Fennell, Kahlil Haywood, Zakiya Jamal, Janel Martinez, Jasminne Mendez, Meg Medina, Mark Oshiro, Julian Randall, Lilliam Rivera, and Ibi Zoboi.
Disclaimer(s)
Masks Encouraged
Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.