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Mariela Santos Muñiz

An avid reader and lover of words, Mariela Santos-Muniz currently works as a freelance journalist and writer. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she holds an M.A. from Boston University in International Relations and International Communications. While she learned a lot during her time in Boston and had some really cool experiences there, she's happy to now be back in warm Puerto Rico.

Reading to Unlearn and Reenvision History is Transformative and Overwhelming

7 NYT Fiction and Nonfiction Bestsellers from 2011

A lot has changed since 2011! From book club picks to political memoirs, here were the NYT bestsellers from a decade ago.

7 Science Board Books in English and/or Spanish

Science is all around us! These science board books will help introduce it to your little one, including Mis Primeros Heroes: Cientificos by Nila Aye, whether you speak Spanish, English, or both.

6 Caribbean Children’s and YA Book Authors

Get to know the works of some of the best Caribbean authors writing classic and contemporary books for young readers.

5 History Books With Diverse Perspectives

Here's a list of some informative history books with diverse perspectives that highlight stories that have been marginalized and erased.

5 Haunted Libraries in 5 Different Countries

Take a virtual tour of some of the world's most haunted libraries, and learn the history behind the hauntings of these bookish spaces.

6 Organizations or Groups Promoting Latinx Literature

Hispanic Heritage Month starts September 15th! To celebrate now and all year round, here's a list of organizations and groups that promote Latinx literature.

6 British YA Authors of Color for Your To-Be-Read List

These British YA authors of color should be on your radar and your to-be-read lists.

5 Contemporary Afro-Latinx Authors You Should Know

Add these contemporary Afro-Latinx authors to your ever-growing TBR.

6 of the Most Popular Children’s and YA Series Published Since 2010

Make sure you don't miss out on some of the most popular series for young readers published in the last decade. Catch up with these reads.