| In Linier's new book, Night Stories, the Eisner Award winner shares three of his favorite Latin American folktales! |
NIGHT STORIES: Folktales from Latin America |
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Growing up, Liniers loved exchanging spooky stories with his family and friends. In his new collection, Night Stories, the Eisner Award winner shares three favorites, bringing his exuberant cartooning style and irrepressible sense of humor to the classic Latin American folktales: La Iara, a mermaid (or a pink dolphin) who lures young men to her underwater domain in the Amazon basin; La Lechuza, an enormous owl with the face of a woman, who terrorizes people who venture out after dark (a legend found in Mexico, Chile, and Uruguay); and La Luz Mala, a spooky, evanescent light that menaces gauchos and other travelers on the Argentine pampas. |
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Liniers animates these thrilling tales with lighthearted twists. Combined with informative backmatter on their ecological, cultural, and historical background and an introduction from author and scholar David Bowles, these old stories will come alive for all young readers, from those who have grown up hearing them to those who are encountering them for the first time.
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INTEREST LEVEL: Age 6+
READING LEVEL: Grade 3+
AUTHOR: Liniers
LANGUAGE: English & Spanish
PAGES: 48
DIMENSIONS: 7.75" x 10"
English HC: 978-1-6626-6529-5
English PB: 978-1-6626-6530-1
Spanish HC: 978-1-6626-6535-6
Spanish PB: 978-1-6626-6536-3
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Rave reviews are pouring in: |
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“An appealing dose of humor, accentuated by Liniers’ artwork, full of intricate linework and muted colors [...] spine-tingling, enlightening, and fun."
–Kirkus Reviews |
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“[...] Delicate ink and watercolor scenes accompany humorous dialogue and text (“The monkey had very little maritime experience”), showcasing the enduring power of folktales and whetting readers’ appetites for further tellings.” — Publishers Weekly
"Three frightful folk tales...are brought to life using a whimsical cartoon style that will engage and encourage children to learn about these rich and dynamic folk tales." —School Library Journal
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RICARDO LINIERS SIRI, who uses the pen name Liniers, was born in Argentina. He started his artistic career making fanzines for his friends after he realized he was not made for law school. He has created four graphic novels for young readers for TOON Books (three of which are inspired by his daughters), including the Eisner Award-winning Good Night, Planet. |
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| DAVID BOWLES is an award-winning Mexican American author, translator, and educator. His books include the Tales of the Feathered Serpent series and the 13th Street series. David has been fascinated with legends and folklore since he first heard the story of La Llorona from his grandmother Marie Garza. |
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And don't forget: Liniers at the Boston Kids Comic Fest
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| On Saturday, June 8th, 2024, Liniers will be one of the headliners at the Boston Kids Comics Fest. His events include a workshop and two signing sessions. This is a great opportunity to meet Liniers and get some signed copies of Night Stories. And by the way, all of it's free! Liniers will have a workshop from 11am to 12pm and two signing sessions: one at 12-1pm, and one at 2-3pm. |
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For more information on ordering Night Stories for your library, store or classroom, check it out on Edelweiss! |
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