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In the news: Arizona, Bolaño and a story from Cuba

Arizona: • Starting this week, several books by Latino authors can no longer be used in classes in the Tucson, Arizona, school district so the district could keep millions of dollars in funding after the state banned ethnic studies. The … Continue reading

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• Rigoberto González (pictured at left), who was born in California and raised in Mexico, releases his latest collection of poetry, Black Blossoms, today. The book centers on the struggles of women of color. • The Brattleboro Literary Festival, which … Continue reading

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Festival time!

Hispanic authors will be making their mark at book festivals this fall. The Brooklyn Book Festival begins this weekend, and other festivals across the country will follow in the coming months. The festivals feature readings, question-and-answer panels, and autograph sessions … Continue reading

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