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David Bowles

    David Bowles is een Mexicaans-Amerikaanse auteur wiens literaire bijdragen de ingewikkelde kruispunten van identiteit en cultuur onderzoeken. Zijn schrijven duikt in de nuances van het navigeren door meerdere werelden, waarbij hij een onderscheidende stem gebruikt die resoneert met authenticiteit en diepgang. Bowles' werk wordt geprezen om zijn inzichtelijke commentaar op de menselijke ervaring, en biedt lezers een boeiend perspectief dat uitdaagt en boeit. Naast zijn literaire prestaties is hij een gepassioneerd pleitbezorger voor grotere vertegenwoordiging, en werkt hij aan het versterken van diverse verhalen binnen het uitgeeflandschap.

    13th Street #6: Fight with the Freeze-Ray Fowls
    13th Street #3: Clash of the Cackling Cougars
    They Call Her Fregona
    The Chupacabras of the Río Grande
    My Two Border Towns
    13th Street #4: The Shocking Shark Showdown
    • 2024

      HUCKLEBERRY JUJU

      and Other Narrative Spells

      • 212bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen

      Exploring themes of magic and transformation, this collection features fifteen tales set across diverse landscapes, from the Texas-Mexico border to ancient Mesoamerica. Characters engage with brujería, hoodoo, and science fiction as they seek to reshape their realities, often facing the heavy costs of their ambitions. David Bowles' lyrical style invites readers into a realm where dreams and consequences intertwine, revealing the bittersweet nature of victory and the complexities of power.

      HUCKLEBERRY JUJU
    • 2022

      They Call Her Fregona

      A Border Kid's Poems

      • 256bladzijden
      • 9 uur lezen
      4,3(153)Tarief

      The story follows thirteen-year-old Gèuero as he navigates the emotional challenges of supporting his first girlfriend, Joanna, after her father's unexpected deportation. It delves into themes of love, resilience, and the impact of immigration on families, highlighting Gèuero's growth as he learns to be there for Joanna during a difficult time.

      They Call Her Fregona
    • 2021

      They Call Me Güero

      A Border Kid's Poems

      • 112bladzijden
      • 4 uur lezen
      4,1(641)Tarief

      Set against the backdrop of a border town, this novel in verse follows a boy as he confronts the challenges of starting seventh grade. Through the power of poetry, he expresses his thoughts and emotions, capturing the complexities of adolescence and his unique experiences. The narrative delves into themes of identity, culture, and the struggles of growing up, offering a poignant exploration of life on the border.

      They Call Me Güero
    • 2021

      My Two Border Towns

      • 40bladzijden
      • 2 uur lezen
      4,3(952)Tarief

      A picture book debut by an award-winning author about a boy's life on the U.S.-Mexico border, visiting his favourite places on The Other Side with his father, spending time with family and friends, and sharing in the responsibility of community care.

      My Two Border Towns
    • 2021

      Malia, Dante, and Ivan are ready to take on the evil forces controlling 13th Street. But then Ivan is kidnapped by giant--and stinky!--spiders. Can Malia and Dante save him from their sticky webs?

      13th Street #5: Tussle with the Tooting Tarantulas
    • 2021

      A silly and spooky highly illustrated series that's perfect for fans of Eerie Elementary and Notebooks of Doom, featuring art on every page and fun activities at the end of each book! Cousins Malia, Dante, and Ivan must face off against the evil queen of 13th Street.

      13th Street #6: Fight with the Freeze-Ray Fowls
    • 2020

      A new silly and spooky highly illustrated series that's perfect for fans of Eerie Elementary and Notebooks of Doom, featuring art on every page and fun activities at the end of each book.

      13th Street #1: Battle of the Bad-Breath Bats
    • 2020

      A silly and spooky new highly illustrated series that's perfect for fans of Eerie Elementary and Notebooks of Doom, featuring art on every page and fun activities at the end of each book!Ivan, Malia, and Dante are excited about their ski trip.

      13th Street #3: Clash of the Cackling Cougars
    • 2020

      A silly and spooky new highly illustrated series that's perfect for fans of Eerie Elementary and Notebooks of Doom, featuring art on every page and fun activities at the end of each book! Cousins Dante, Malia, and Ivan are happy to be back in their home town.

      13th Street #2: The Fire-Breathing Ferret Fiasco
    • 2020

      A silly and spooky highly illustrated series that's perfect for fans of Eerie Elementary and Notebooks of Doom, featuring art on every page and fun activities at the end of each book! Cousins Malia, Dante, and Ivan are looking for a portal to 13th Street.

      13th Street #4: The Shocking Shark Showdown