Capital Public Radio Interviews Author Reyna Grande


“The United States is a nation of immigrants, and it's important that our youth have access to stories that reflect this important (and beautiful) aspect of our country,” states Grande in discussing the reason she adapted the book for young readers, “I wanted to offer teens a mirror in which they could see themselves. Seeing their experiences reflected in American literature may make them feel less alone; knowing that their stories matter can be incredibly empowering.”

“The United States is a nation of immigrants, and it’s important that our youth have access to stories that reflect this important (and beautiful) aspect of our country,” states Grande in discussing the reason she adapted the book for young readers, “I wanted to offer teens a mirror in which they could see themselves. Seeing their experiences reflected in American literature may make them feel less alone; knowing that their stories matter can be incredibly empowering.”