Top Ten!
Hey! I was surprised and excited this morning to learn that I've been chosen by LatinoStories.com as one of the 2009 Top Ten New Latino Authors to Watch (and Read). Go to LatinoStories.com and scroll down to "New! Announcing: Our 2009 Best New Latino Authors" to check it out.
This recognition is based on feedback that the site's editors have gotten throughout the year from readers, librarians, editors, and faculty, and it's also based on the editors' judgment. I was excited to see Stephanie Elizondo Griest, who's been on this blog here and here, included as well. I can't wait to read the other writers' work.
The news came as a total surprise, which was nice. (No applications to fill out, no fingers to cross.) Just a wonderful gift!
Speaking of which, you've sent $85 so far to relief efforts in Haiti, all in small amounts. Especially with the tough economic times we're having here, that's a lot, and it's making a difference to the children there. Thank you! Keep letting me know.
This recognition is based on feedback that the site's editors have gotten throughout the year from readers, librarians, editors, and faculty, and it's also based on the editors' judgment. I was excited to see Stephanie Elizondo Griest, who's been on this blog here and here, included as well. I can't wait to read the other writers' work.
The news came as a total surprise, which was nice. (No applications to fill out, no fingers to cross.) Just a wonderful gift!
Speaking of which, you've sent $85 so far to relief efforts in Haiti, all in small amounts. Especially with the tough economic times we're having here, that's a lot, and it's making a difference to the children there. Thank you! Keep letting me know.
Faye said:
Congrats, Joy! Much deserved of course!
November 29, 2008 11:22 PMfayepoet said:
Indeed, a Latino author to watch AND to read, with anticipation. Cudos!
December 4, 2008 1:58 AM