?????This book is dedicated to the resilient hearts and indomitable spirits of the Latino community, across nations and generations, who have been and continue to be the embodiment of tenacity, strength, and endless hope. To every voice unheard, every story untold, every face unseen - this anthology stands as a testament to your fortitude, your essence, and your invaluable contributions to the diverse tapestry of humanity. ?
We honor the pioneers who paved the way, whose sacrifices and determination have been the beacon guiding us towards a brighter, more inclusive future. Your courage serves as our cornerstone and your legacy, our motivation. To the youth, this is for you - your dreams, your passions, your right to make a difference. We see you; we hear you, and we believe in the power of your voice. May this collection inspire you to carry the torch of your heritage with pride and to use your words as tools for change.
This anthology is also a tribute to every reader, every listener, every person willing to embrace and understand the diversity of the Latino experience. Your open minds and hearts provide the platform for these voices to be heard. Finally, to all contributors who made this book possible, who dared to share their authentic selves and their unique narratives - your words are the spark igniting a much-needed conversation about representation. Your voices resonate louder than you can ever imagine.
Together, we rise. Together, we are heard. Together, we create a world where every voice matters, every story counts, and every identity is celebrated. This is our dedication; this is our promise - today and always.?????
Adriana Rosales, Publisher at RMPStudio(TM) CEO of Adriana & Company(TM) & Founder of Latinas100(TM)
?The Writers
Afra Judith Espinosa Lopez ? Alberto Arres Rangel ? Anna Maria Magallon ? Angela Flores Robertson ? Angela Miranda ?Angelica Garcia Bolanos ?Ariadna Marbella Gasca Argueello ?Cinthia Espinoza Corona ?Claudia Arceo Navarrete ?Claudia Elizeth Noriega ?Dolores Hilda Antunez Cabrera ?Eduardo Romero Aldana ?Elizabeth Perez? Enrique Acosta Gonzalez ?Francisco Salguero Ruiz ?Gabriela Alcantar Garcia ?Gean Van Horn ?Gracia Elena Moreno Mercado ? Hadassa Munoz-Rivera ?Humberto Salgado ?Ilda Rodriguez ?Iris Virginia Fernandez ?Chella Diaz ?Derrek Luke?Jessica Ceja? Josefina Baesa Castillo ?KaRen Marie Quiles ? Lara McCloud? Lawrence Alvarez? Lazaro Herrera ? Lilia Marotta? Maria de Lourdes Haro Avila ?Maria Esmeralda Salazar Reyes ?Martha Luna Castro ? Melanie Rodriguez, PhD, PCC ? Michelle (Matos) Gordon, CETF(R) ?Mijal Mendoza Tellez? Miriam Simon ?Miriam Zylberglait Lisigurski MD ?Nancy Acosta? Nikkos Zorbas ?Noralma Gabriel Avila ? Raquel Flores ?Refugio A. Atilano ?Sandra Martinez, M.Ed., MCT ? Sara Reyes Leal ?Sebastiana Valdez Espinoza ?Susan Tenorio ?Viri DeRuiz ?Yasmina Ramirez Ayala ?Yolanda Guerrero Valdovinos
