A new picture book from local award-winning author Matt de la Peña looks at a grander idea of home. He joined Midday Edition Thursday to talk about the inspiration behind "Home" and how his own upbringing in San Diego bleeds into his work.

“When we think of home, we do think of our house or our apartment or our trailer, and I hope this book invites young people to think of home in a bigger sense," de la Peña said.

Also, the San Diego Latino Film Festival returns for its 32nd year with a new theme — "Cine Sin Fronteras" or "Cinema Without Borders." KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando gets a preview.

And finally, KPBS arts reporter Julia Dixon Evans shares her top picks for the weekend, from North County art exhibits to an annual cherry blossom festival.

Mattdelapena.jpg (3024x4032, AR: 0.75)Guests:

• Matt de la Peña, author and professor at San Diego State University
• Ethan van Thillo, founder and executive director, Media Arts Center San Diego
• Giancarlo Ruiz, filmmaker and actor
• Julia Dixon Evans, arts reporter, KPBS