Tania de Regil's literary journey began with studies in fashion design before she returned to her native Mexico City to complete her education. Her work often delves into themes of home and identity, exploring them with a keen eye for detail and psychological depth. The narrative style she employs is immersive and intimate, allowing readers to deeply connect with her characters and their personal journeys. Her debut work in American publishing marks a significant voice in contemporary literature, resonating with personal experience and universal human emotions.
Julia experiences a magical summer at her grandmother's house, filled with sweet scents and comforting treats. The bond between them deepens as Grandma seems to possess an uncanny ability to predict events and share enchanting stories from the past. This nurturing environment helps Julia navigate her feelings of homesickness and prepares her for the arrival of her new baby brother, emphasizing the importance of family connections and the legacy of love and warmth that transcends generations.
A joyful picture book biography of modern art icon Keith Haring celebrating the ways his life embodied the message: art is for everyone.