Join National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Meg Medina and writer and actress Sonia Manzano as they discuss their careers as champions of literature; from Meg's 2 years as National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature to Sonia's journey on Sesame Street and Alma's Way. This event is moderated by Dr. Tracey T. Flores (National Council of Teachers of English, Latinx Caucus Chair).

How can modern retellings and remixes help classrooms explore classic stories and tales from new points-of-view and breathe life into classroom curriculums? Join Gabe Cole Novoa (Most Ardently), Rey Terciero (Doña Quixote Flight of the Witch), Silvia Lopez (Uno Más, One More: A Latino Retelling of an Old Scottish Ballad), and Sandra Proudman (Relit Anthology) as they talk about their remixes and what classical stories have stuck with them.

A teenager’s life is no joke! Family secrets, friendish drama,

Join Ari Tison (Saints of the Household, 2024 Pura Belpré Young Adult Author Award) and Jasminne Mendez (Aniana del Mar Jumps In, Pura Belpré Children’s Author Honor) as they discuss the power of language and complexities of their novels-in-verse. Moderated by Pura Belpré Honor, Andrea Beatriz Arango (Something Like Home).

From inheriting mystical djinn's superpowers to haunted mansions and gods of old, these authors know how to torture their characters. But would they survive their own plotlines? Join our fearless, award-winning authors as they take you on a ride of your life (Literally)! With on-screen prompts and live voting from the audience! Featuring Vincent Tirado (The Black Girls Survives in this One), Diana Rodriguez Wallach (Hatchet Girls), Louangie Bou-Montes (Till the Last Beat of My Heart), and Olivia Abtahi (Twin Flames).

¡1-2-3, a bailar! Join these award-winning and debut picture book authors for an interactive read aloud on Latinx music and dance! Grab a pillow and a blanket and snuggle in for storytime! Featuring Cynthia Harmony (A Flicker of Hope), Steena Hernandez (Lupita's Brown Ballet Slippers), Denise Rosario (Cesaria Feels the Beat), and Jackie Azúa Kramer (I Am Salsa).

Join authors Guadalupe Garcia McCall and David Bowles (Hearts of Fire and Snow) for a craft workshop as they discuss how writers incorporate history into fiction. Bring your notebook or laptop and come ready to write!

Join authors Adrianna Cuevas (The No Brainers Guide to Decomposition) and Samantha Mabry (Clever Creatures of the Night) for a craft workshop as they discuss how you too can write jump scares and suspense into your story. Bring your notebook or laptop and come ready to write!

Join us for Latinx KidLit Book Festival's Mexikid virtual book

The official chisme session of the Latinx KidLit Book Festival. Considering agent changes, creative burnout, and an inequitable publishing industry whose level of support can only be defined as inconsistent, these authors talk regrets, missteps, advice, and ask themselves the question “Was getting into traditional publishing a mistake?” as well as all the reasons why they choose to persevere. Featuring Yamile Saied Mendez (The Beautiful Game), Jessica Parra (The Quince Project), Aaron H. Aceves (This is Why They Hate Us), and Jonny Garza Villa (Canto Contigo).

This event is sponsored by The Authors Guild.