Book details
Relit: 16 Latinx Remixes of Classic Stories
Description
These sixteen stories by award-winning and bestselling YA authors center a Latinx point of view in an empowering anthology that reimagines classics through fantasy, science fiction, and with a dash of magic, for fans of A PHOENIX FIRST MUST BURN and RECLAIM THE STARSIn classic stories remixed, Latinx characters take center stagePride and Prejudice is launched into outer space, Frankenstein is plunged into the depths of the ocean, and The Great Gatsby floats to an island off the coast of Costa Rica.A shape-shifter gives up her life to save the boy she loves from an evil bruja. La Ciguapa covets a little mermaid's heart of gold. Two star-crossed teens fall in love while the planet burns around them.Whether characters fall in love, battle foes, or grow through grief, each story will empower readers to see themselves as the heroes of the stories that make our world.Featuring original stories from: Olivia Abtahi David Bowles Zoraida Córdova Saraciea J. Fennell Raquel Vasquez Gilliland Torrey Maldonado Jasminne Mendez Anna Meriano Amparo Ortiz Laura Pohl Sandra Proudman NoNieqa Ramos Monica Sanz Eric Smith Ari Tison Alexandra Villasante
Age
13-17
Text complexity
proficient
Length
352 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Cultural Enrichment: Reading 'Relit: 16 Latinx Remixes of Classic Stories' offers a unique opportunity to explore classic tales through the lens of Latinx culture, providing a fresh and enriching cultural perspective.
- Diverse Voices: The book amplifies the voices of Latinx writers, contributing to the diversity of literature and allowing readers to experience stories that may reflect their own heritage or introduce them to new viewpoints.
- Modern Relevance: By remixing classic stories, the book bridges the gap between traditional literature and contemporary issues, making timeless themes relevant to today's readers and sparking new discussions.
- Artistic Innovation: The collection showcases the creativity of Latinx authors as they reinterpret well-known narratives, demonstrating the power of literature to evolve and inspire across different cultures and generations.