This week we're joined by award-winning author-illustrator Angela Quezada Padron, whose books celebrate the lives of inspiring Latino changemakers and encourageyoung readers to discover the power of their own voices.

Angela shares her journey from bilingual educator and curriculum developer to creating acclaimed picture books, including As the Seas Rise: Nicole Hernández Hammer and the Fight for Climate Justice and From the Fields to the Fight: How Jessica Govea Thorbourne Organized for Justice.

We also talk about research, illustration, authentic storytelling, and the importance of bringing untold Latino stories to children.

Whether you're a teacher, librarian, parent, or fellow creator, this conversation is full of inspiration and practical insights into the craft of children's literature.

Listen, learn, and celebrate bilingual books with us!

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Contact the guest:

Official Website: AngelaPadron.com

LinkedIn: Angela Quezada Padron on LinkedIn

Instagram: @angela.padron

Facebook: AngelaPadron

X (formerly Twitter): @angela_padron

Meet Your Hosts:

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

Website: alicia-salazar.com

Facebook: Alicia SalazarAuthor

Instagram: @albricias123

Claudia Sloan – Mexican American artist, author, andillustrator known for her whimsical children’s books like Grey Ghost Mischiefand 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 ofan Old Scottish Ballad, and Queen of Tejano Music: Selena, highlight culturalheritage 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 bringingbilingual books to life.

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