Research, Tools & Databases

A Writer's Journey With the ReMarkable Paper Pro
I have always packed too many books when I travel. Before every journey, I stare at the spines lined up on my shelf, trying to choose which ones will come with me. My own books—my work, my voice—are essential for my presentations, but there is never Continue reading... 4/7/25
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Mapping the Voices: Latinx Literary Magazines
In a world that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity, it is crucial to recognize and amplify the voices of marginalized communities. The Latinx literary community, with its rich cultural heritage and vibrant storytelling traditions, deserves special Continue reading... 6/8/23
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When Tlaxcalan Natives Went to War in the Philippines
After a fierce battle against the Spaniards in current Tlaxcala, Mexico, Tlaxcalan natives opted to ally themselves with the invaders on September 23, 1519. In exchange for joining forces and becoming christianized, the Tlaxcalans were promised several benefits that Continue reading... 2/16/23

Map of Contemporary Mexican Women Writers
An impressive digital map of contemporary Mexican women writers has become available. This map currently includes 250 writers from all corners of Mexico and is directed by the award-winning author Esther M. García. There is no doubt that Mexican women writers have Continue reading... 6/7/20
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Compendio de escritores en español EEUU y Canadá
Latino Book Review busca, de manera ambiciosa, identificar, visibilizar y conectar a todos los escritores en español que residan en Estados Unidos y Canadá. Esta iniciativa tiene como propósito realzar las voces auténticas que desafían el estatus quo de estos Continue reading... 3/14/20

Grupos de escritores en español en EEUU
Latino Book Review busca identificar y conectar a los a grupos de escritores en español que operan en Estados Unidos. La siguiente lista de grupos de escritores en español es una base de datos que estará en continuo crecimiento. Le pedimos a los miembros de la Continue reading... 3/8/20
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The Origins of La Llorona
​Many of us grew up listening to stories about La Llorona. As we grew older, we began to question the origin of such legend. Some believe La Llorona was a native woman who had children with a Spaniard during colonial times and decided to drown her children Continue reading... 9/22/19

Database of Latino Poet Laureates in the U.S.
​In an effort to celebrate, promote and document contemporary Latino Poetry, Latino Book Review has decided to create a database that will archive the names and faces of all Latino Poet Laureates in the U.S. The following is an ongoing Continue reading... 3/31/18
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Immigration and The Treaty of Guadalupe
The date 1848 and immigration are indelibly linked, but it is a connection that many people, especially those espousing anti-immigrant rhetoric hardly ever make. 1848 is the year the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was signed and the United States Continue reading... 3/23/18
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Thieves: Land Ownership in Texas
An old Spanish proverb states, “a thief who steals from a thief is pardoned for a hundred years”. This is a perfect expression when it comes to land ownership/occupation in Texas and the United States in general. However, for the purpose of this essay Continue reading... 9/4/17
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Oldest Public Library in the Americas is in Mexico
The Biblioteca Palafoxiana in Puebla, Mexico, is the oldest public library in the Americas, as well as one of the most beautiful. In 1640, the Bishop of Puebla, Juan Palafox y Mendoza, donated 5000 books from his private collection to the seminary of the Colegio Continue reading... 2/10/17
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First Printing Press in the Americas is in Mexico
The House of the First Printing Press in the Americas, also known as Casa de la Primer Imprenta de América, in Mexico City, Mexico, was the first printing press established in the Americas. Its grand cultural and historical importance is an unknown jewel to many. Continue reading... 2/19/17
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The Origin of El Cucuy (El Coco)
For centuries, parents in Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula have invoked the name of a hair-raising creature named El Coco to induce good behavior and encourage their children to fall asleep. This menacing entity is renowned for its threat to devour disobedient Continue reading... 5/14/23

Latinx and Black-Owned Bookstores You Can Order Online From Today
Altamira Libros Miami, Florida, Mil Mundos Brooklyn, New York, Café con LibrosBrookyln, New York, Good Books Atlanta, Georgia, Librería Barco de Papel Elmhurst, New York, Brave and Kind Books Continue reading... 9/7/2020

13 Translations of Native Mexican Nahuatl Stories
The following 13 English translations present some of the native Nahuatl folktales collected by Pablo González Casanova, published by the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). González Casanova started gathering a great number of folktales during Continue reading... 5/6/20

Literature Review of The Conquest of Mexico
The conquest of Mexico was a historical event that produced radical changes in both the old and the New World. Spain benefited immensely from the riches found on the other side of the ocean, while New Spain was experiencing a cultural shock caused by religious Continue reading... 12/4/19
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Database of Literary Awards in the United States
In an effort to promote and expose contemporary Latin American literature to a wider audience in the United States, Latino Book Review has created an ongoing database of significant Literary Awards based in the United States. We hope this database will encourage Continue reading... 9/21/19
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First Music Book Printed in the Americas
The first book with musical notation printed in the Americas is the Ordinarium, printed in Mexico City, Mexico in 1556 by Juan Pablos. The complete title of the Ordinarium, as it appears in the title page, is Ordinarium sacri ordinis heremitaru sancti Augustini episcopi Continue reading...2/17/19
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First Book Printed in the Americas
The first book printed in the Americas, from which we have physical evidence, is El manual de adultos printed in Mexico City, Mexico on December 13, 1540. Juan Cromberger printed El manual de adultos as instructed by Bishop of Michoacán, Vasco de Quiroga. Continue reading... 2/7/19
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Database of Spanish Literary Magazines & Journals in the U.S. | Latino Book Review
​​According to the NY Post, there are 41 million native Spanish speakers in the US, and 11.6 million people who are bilingual. It is time to render a wide open space to the narratives that represent us, Continue reading... 5/6/18

Sensational Reading: The Effects of Lacking Mental Recall in Experiencing Reading 
Buttery popcorn, dark room, cherry Lip Smacker . . . these are the three descriptors that my former theatre professor gave to describe his first date in middle school as part of an acting were brimming with such Continue reading... 8/14/17
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Database of Latino Book Presses in the U.S.
In an effort to promote and expose contemporary Latin American literature, it is important to recognize the book presses that focus on publishing Latino literature. The following is an ongoing list that will function as a growing database of Latino book Continue reading... 6/26/17
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First Three Universities in the Americas
It is important to clarify that learning institutions in the Americas existed long before European colonizers. The Mayan, Incan and Aztec empires all had institutions that taught Arts, Philosophy and Sciences. It is important to emphasize that the Aztec Continue reading... 5/23/17
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