6 must-read books for Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is a month to celebrate culture, history, and the contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. What better way to honor this rich heritage than by reading stories and experiences from Hispanic authors?

Here are six ebooks and audiobooks to borrow on the Libby app that capture the diversity and essence of the Hispanic experience:

Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
🎧 Audiobook

This haunting and beautifully written novel explores grief, love, and the dark aspects of ourselves we often hide.

After the death of their young son, a grieving family makes a desperate choice that leads them into a strange adventure. Monstrilio is a moving exploration of how we deal with loss and the lengths we go to for those we love.

With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo
🎧 Audiobook

This novel follows Emoni Santiago, a young Afro-Latina teen balancing high school, motherhood, and her dreams of becoming a chef.

This coming-of-age story is filled with warmth, flavor, and heart.

How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz
🎧 Audiobook

Told in a series of interviews with a social worker during the Great Recession, this novel follows Cara Romero, a Dominican immigrant in her mid-fifties, as she reflects on her life and choices.

Solito by Javier Zamora
🎧 Audiobook

Solito is a heart-wrenching memoir that takes readers on a harrowing journey as Javier Zamora, a nine-year-old boy, makes the dangerous trek from El Salvador to the United States to reunite with his parents.

In The Dream House by Carmen Maria Machado
🎧 Audiobook

Carmen Maria Machado’s In The Dream House is a brilliant memoir that uses unique narrative techniques to explore abusive relationships, particularly in queer communities.

Machado’s poetic prose and honesty make this memoir a must-read, offering an examination of love and trauma.

The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina by Zoraida Córdova
🎧 Audiobook

This novel tells a tale of magical realism and family secrets. When the Montoya family receives a mysterious letter to their grandmother Orquídea Divina's funeral, they expect to inherit her fortune, but instead, they find themselves discovering a legacy filled with magic and mystery as they uncover the truth about Orquídea Divina’s life.

Celebrate by reading or listening to books from different Latino countries and perspectives. These are just a glimpse into the diverse narratives that the Hispanic experience has to offer! Pick up one of these remarkable titles and embrace the voices that continue to shape the Hispanic community.