Literature is celebrated in every language, and authors and illustrators worldwide understand the importance of connecting their work to schools and students. As part of this year's Los Angeles Libros Festival, the library and its partners have brought authors, illustrators, and performers from Spain, Latin America, and the United States for a Virtual School Day conducted exclusively in...
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Libros y bebés/Books & Babies: Boardbooks Galore With Authors Cynthia Gonzalez, Mariana Galvez, Juan Moreno
What do a shoe-obsessed duck, a famous Salvadoran artist, and an opinionated flamingo have in common? They are all topics explored in delightful board books for babies and toddlers, written and/or illustrated by these talented writers and artists:
Meditate & Reflect With Author and Therapist Cindy Montenegro
Cindy Montenegro is not only the author of My Mind is a Mountain/Mi mente es una montaña but is also a dedicated mental health therapist.
"Draw Off" With Illustrators Loris Lora, Mirelle Ortega, and Leo Espinosa
Children's books and stories can serve as bridges to connect people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Video: The Carol Westwood Photo Collection
For a look at Los Angeles in the 80s and 90s, the Carol Westwood collection is an indispensable resource.
Meet Susie Jaramillo From Canticos
Susie Jaramillo stands out as the creative force behind Canticos. This #1 bilingual preschool brand includes sing-along videos, books, puzzles, games, and an app, all inspired by Latino nursery rhymes.
Interview With an Author: Josh Rountree
Josh Rountree has published more than sixty stories in a wide variety of magazines and anthologies, including Beneath Ceaseless Skies,
Get to Know Ari Tison
Ari Tison is an amazing Bribri (Indigenous Costa Rican) poet and author who has won several awards for her incredible work.
No Failure of the Imagination: Stumbling Blocks and Stepping Stones on the Road to Invention
Guest Blogger, Friday, August 11, 2023
Next year, the Library Foundation of Los Angeles and the L.A. Public Library will unveil a new project titled No Prior Art.