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A New Boom of Horror From Latin America

A new boom of horror is brewing in books from Latin America. Why horror? And who's writing it? Read on to find out!

Who Was Gabriel García Márquez?

García Márquez's life story is as interesting as his novels. So, who was Gabriel García Márquez and how did he make a literary impact?

A Brief Introduction to Latin American Comics

Latin American comics have a rich history, starting in the 1920s, and continuing on today, including many different genres.

#TheNewLatinoBoom: The Rise of Literature Published in Spanish in the U.S.

On the rise of the New Latino Boom, a growing trend of literature published in Spanish in the U.S. in the 21st century.

20 Must-Read Books About Brazil

Get to know this country through these must-read books about Brazil, featuring historical satires, ultra-realism classics, nonfiction, and more.

Double Erasure: Latin American Women Writers

On the struggles faced by Latin American women writers to have their work recognized.

4 Latin American Dictator Novels for These Dark Times

Latin American literature is rife with novels that explore the region’s violent history and political upheaval. Yet, within that long list, there is a subgenre that has taken the time to examine, dissect and describe one looming figure: the Dictator. Here's a starting list of Latin American dictator novels to read.