Mario Alberto Zambrano infuses his writing with the rhythm and precision honed during his career as a contemporary ballet dancer. His prose offers a deep exploration of the human psyche, often delving into themes of identity, memory, and the search for meaning. Drawing from extensive experience across diverse cultures and renowned dance companies, Zambrano crafts richly imagined worlds and complex characters. His work stands as a testament to the connection between body and mind, and how the art of movement informs the art of the word.
With her older sister, Estrella in the ICU and her father in jail, eleven-year-old Luz Castillo has been taken into the custody of the state. Alone in her room, the young girl retreats behind a wall of silence, writing in her journal and shuffling through a deck of lotería cards--a Mexican version of bingo featuring bright, colorful images