MARIANA AND HER FAMILIA

Mariana's tummy did a flip as she and Mami crossed the Mexican frontera. There were new surroundings, new smells, and so many new faces. And everyone around her spoke Spanish, and Mariana felt out of place. But things turn around when Mariana spends time with Abuelita.

Mónica Mancillas authors books for children of all ages, as well as adult fiction. You can find her online at
monicamancillas.com.

Erika Meza was born in Mexico and fell in love with animation there. She moved to Paris for art college at the prestigious L'École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs. Visit her online at www.erikameza.com.