About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like their daydreams are a distraction rather than a gift, or when they are struggling to find where they fit in a world that values logic over imagination. It is a perfect choice for the creative soul who needs to see that their inner world has the power to reshape reality and that their unique voice is a necessary piece of the puzzle. In this enchanting adventure, young readers follow a protagonist into a literal city built of stories, where the power of narrative determines the laws of physics and the safety of the citizens. As the characters navigate a landscape made of words and wonder, they must learn to collaborate and trust their own creative instincts to save their world from fading. It is a beautifully paced middle-grade novel that celebrates the Latino-Hispanic heritage of its author while providing a universal message about the importance of storytelling, identity, and the courage it takes to be seen.
