Welcome to the April edition of AL DÍA Reads! This month, we highlight two remarkable Latin American authors whose works continue to shape contemporary literature, alongside other must-reads that celebrate diverse voices and perspectives.

Featured Authors

📖 Selva Almada (Argentina) – Dead Girls
Almada’s gripping nonfiction work examines femicide in Argentina, blending journalism with poetic prose to give voice to women whose lives were brutally cut short. A must-read for those interested in feminist literature and social justice narratives.

📖 Jorge Volpi (Mexico) – In Search of Klingsor
This intellectual thriller intertwines history, philosophy, and intrigue as it follows a physicist’s quest to uncover a Nazi scientist’s identity after World War II. Volpi’s masterful storytelling makes for a compelling and thought-provoking read.

Notable Picks for April:

📚 Almost Forgot I Was Puerto Rican – Carmen’s Story 
 

Almost Forgot I Was Puerto Rican is a memoir that captures the journey of a family across generations, from the rural landscapes of Puerto Rico to the bustling streets of Philadelphia. Carmen Alicia Gomez-Quintana shares the struggles, sacrifices, and cultural shifts that shaped her identity. The book explores themes of resilience, family, and the tension between assimilation and heritage, offering a heartfelt reflection on what it means to belong to two worlds.

What are you reading this month? Let us know!  📚✨