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Sonia Sotomayor
Written by Meg Medina
New York: Philomel, 2021. Biography.

Sonia Sotomayor is the first Latina Supreme Court Justice in the history of the United States, but her road there wasn't easy. She overcame many challenges along the way, including a diagnosis of diabetes at age seven. But she didn't let that stop her from achieving her dream and inspiring children all over the world to work hard and believe in themselves.

Written by Meg Medina
Candlewick Press, 2018. Fiction.

Thoughtful, strong-willed sixth-grader Merci Suárez navigates difficult changes with friends, family, and everyone in between. A coming-of-age novel that is full of humor and wisdom by award-winning author Meg Medina.

Written by Meg Medina
Candlewick Press, 2021. Fiction.

A follow-up to the Newbery Medal-winning Merci Suárez Changes Gears finds Merci embarking on a seventh grade year shaped by high teacher expectations, a crush on a school-store co-worker and a bossy classmate's plan for the annual Heart Ball.

Written by Meg Medina
Illustrated by Angela Dominguez
Candlewick Press, 2015. Picture Book.

Mia's Abuela has left her sunny house with parrots and palm trees to live with Mia and her parents in the city, but she can't read the English words in Mia's bedtime stories. So while they cook, Mia helps her grandmother learn English. However, it is still hard for Abuela to learn the words she needs to tell Mia all her stories. Then Mia sees a parrot in the pet-shop window and has a wonderful idea! A tender tale about love and learning.

Written by Meg Medina
Illustrated by Sonia Sanchez
Candlewick Press, 2020. Picture Book.

Evelyn Del Rey is Daniela's best friend. They do everything together and even live in twin apartments across the street from each other. But not after today--not after Evelyn moves away. Until then, the girls play amid the moving boxes until it's time to say goodbye, making promises to keep in touch, because they know that their friendship will always be special. 




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