FennellĮdited by The Bronx Is Reading founder Saraciea J. Wild Tongues Can't Be Tamed: 15 Voices from the Latinx Diaspora edited by Saraciea J. To browse Cafe Con Libros’ own diverse book selections, pop in for a visit at the Brooklyn store location or click over to. And to remember the value of intentionally spending their money in places that have been historically and systemically oppressed and marginalized.”Īhead, find the books DeSuze has personally shared with TZR that she considers must-reads, not only for Latinx Heritage Month, but also year round, too.

The bookstore founder continues: “Whether that’s through offering monetary support, sharing resources, uplifting Latinx resistors, or making connections for Latinx-owned businesses, I want people to commit to supporting us year round. Everyone is doing it together, which is amazing, but I want people to remember that that support, recognition, and curiosity should happen year round,” she says. “What I love most about Latinx Heritage Month is the collective pivot toward celebrating us Latinx folks. But, as DeSuze notes, it’s crucial your support and interest for the cultures do not expire once the celebratory month concludes. The books, ahead, are testaments to the diverse lives of the Latinx and Hispanic community. You’ll find options ranging from an expansive anthology to a relatable young adult read. Kalima DeSuze, the founder of intersectional feminist bookstore Cafe Con Libros (located in New York City), spoke with TZR on her top picks to read. One way you can do this is to read books by Latinx authors. For those outside of this community, the month is a chance to listen to Latinx voices firsthand and absorb the information their narratives provide. 15, is a time to honor the cultural contributions and achievements of Latinx and Hispanic Americans. Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from Sept.

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