The Modern Latina Book Club will begin reading Olga Dies Dreaming by new novelist Xochitl Gonzalez this month. The story of a status-driven wedding planner grappling with her social ambitions, absent mother, and Puerto Rican roots--all in the wake of Hurricane Maria. Join the Modern Latina Book Club as we read this romantic comedy. Synopsis: It's 2017, and Olga and her … [Read more...] about Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez #ModernLatinaBookClub
Archives for 2022
Summer 2022 Latinx Cinema – June Releases
Are you looking for a good summer movie to watch? I have recommended some excellent picks featuring Latinx talent and stories! For Father’s Day weekend, my family watched the newly released Father of the Bride movie, and my family loved it! I am not alone; Father of the Bride was the No. 1 title across HBO Max around the world in its first four days of launching. Gordita … [Read more...] about Summer 2022 Latinx Cinema – June Releases
You Sound Like a White Girl: The Case for Rejecting Assimilation by Julissa Arce #ModernLatinaBookClub
The Modern Latina Book Club voted and we are excited to start reading You Sound Like a White Girl: The Case for Rejecting Assimilation by best selling author Julissa Arce. Here is a short interview where Julissa talks about the new book and the unrealistic expectations faced by people of color. Synopsis: Bestselling author Julissa Arce calls for a celebration of … [Read more...] about You Sound Like a White Girl: The Case for Rejecting Assimilation by Julissa Arce #ModernLatinaBookClub
Feliz Dia del Niño
Every year, Día del Niño (Day of the Child) is celebrated in Mexico and many Latin American countries on April 30th. This holiday began in Mexico in 1925, and it’s a day to show our children that they are loved, appreciated, and important. The day of festivities includes games, food, and music. Celebrating Día del Niño with your Family I love Día del Niño holiday because … [Read more...] about Feliz Dia del Niño
Conversation with Ashley K. Stoyanov Ojeda Author of Jefa in Training
Latina entrepreneurs make up one of the fastest-growing entrepreneurial segments in the U.S. but are given very few resources to succeed. We will be talking with Ashley K. Stoyanov Ojeda about her newly released book Jefa in Training. Ashley Ashley K. Stoyanov Ojeda is an author, business development coach and socialpreneur. Originally from Queens, NYC and born … [Read more...] about Conversation with Ashley K. Stoyanov Ojeda Author of Jefa in Training