In this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Anika Aldamuy Denise, author of multiple award-winning fiction and non-fiction picture books. 

Come listen as we talk about the power of non-fiction, the sparks that launched each of her books, the draft behind and writing and take a deep dive into Phenomenal AOC: The Roots and Rise of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

Here are the books mentioned in this episode. You’ll find links to my Amazon and Bookshop affiliate stores below. Thanks for your bookish support!

Phenomenal AOC: The Roots and Rise of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez by Anika Aldamuy Denise (Amazon / Bookshop)

Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré by Anika Aldamuy Denise (Amazon / Bookshop)

A Girl Named Rosita: The Story of Rita Moreno: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Trailblazer! By Anika Aldamuy Denise (Amazon / Bookshop)

Here’s where you can find Anika online:

Website: https://www.anikadenise.com/about/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anika_aldamuy_denise 

I’d love to know what you think of this episode. Share your comments below!