Episode 24 of Bilingual Book Buddies is here!

Today on Bilingual Book Buddies, we’re joined by the incredible David Bowles — award-winning author, translator, and storyteller whose work celebrates culture, language, history, and imagination.

In this episode, we talk about:
The power of storytelling across cultures
Writing for bilingual and bicultural kids
The importance of seeing yourself in books
David’s journey as an author and translator

Whether you’re a teacher, parent, librarian, writer, or book lover, this conversation is full of insight, heart, and inspiration.

Listen now and discover why stories matter so deeply.

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Contact the guest:

· Website: davidbowles.us

· Email:: bowlesdo@gmail.com

· Instagram/X (Twitter): @DavidOBowles

· Facebook: David Bowles Facebook Page

· Bluesky: @davidbowles.us on Bluesky

Meet Your Hosts:

Alicia Salazar – Mexican American children’s author andformer elementary school teacher. Author of the Camila the Star series, Alicia crafts stories that empower young readers.

Website: alicia-salazar.com

Facebook: Alicia Salazar Author

Instagram: @albricias123

Claudia Sloan – Mexican American artist, author, andillustrator known for her whimsical children’s books like Grey Ghost Mischief and We Are The Valley!. Claudia’s work celebrates Latinx culture and wellness.

Website: claudia-sloan.com

Instagram: @claudia.sloan

Silvia López – Cuban American author and former children’slibrarian. Silvia’s books, including Uno Más, One More: A Latino Retelling of an Old Scottish Ballad, and Queen of Tejano Music: Selena, highlight cultural heritage and diversity.

Website: silvialopezbooks.com

Instagram: @silvialopezbooks

Facebook: Silvia.Lopez.Writes

About Bilingual Book Buddies:

Bilingual Book Buddies is a podcast dedicated tocelebrating bilingual children’s literature. Each episode featuresconversations with authors, illustrators, and many others involved in bringing bilingual books to life.

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