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Paola Santos

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🇻🇪🇨🇦 Children's author
HOW TO EAT A MANGO/CÓMO SE COME UN MANGO. AVAILABLE NOW!
A HOUSE IN MY BARRIO. Fall 2026
Rep’d by @jenrofe.

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⭐FOUR STARRED REVIEWS for #HowtoEatAMango! This has been such an incredible journey!
Thank you, @kirkus_reviews, @sljournal, @pw._.pics, @readbookpage, @nealporterbooks, @holidayhousebks, and @julianapillustration!

Order link in my bio or here 👇
https://www.paolasantos.com/how-to-eat-a-mango

🥭🥭About the book:
Abuelita teaches Carmencita that you can’t rush mango-eating: it takes five steps to appreciate the gift and feel the love.

Carmencita doesn’t want to help Abuelita pick mangoes; she doesn’t even like them! They’re messy, they get stuck in her teeth, and it’s a chore to throw out the rotten ones.

But Abuelita adores mangoes, and patiently, she teaches Carmencita the right way to eat them. Together, they listen to the tree’s leaves, feel its branches and roots above and below, and smell and feel the sweet, smooth fruits. Each step is a meditation on everything Mamá Earth has given, and in the Earth’s love, Carmencita feels the love of her Mami, her Papi, her little brother Carlitos, and of course, Abuelita.

When they finally bite in, the juice running down their arms, Carmencita understands. The mangoes are more than just mangoes… and she’s ready for another!

#CómoSeComeUnMango #kidlit #childrensbooks #latinx #latinxkidlit #picturebook #teachersofinstagram #teachersofinstagramcanada #librarymediaspecialist #librariansofinstagram #mindfulness #diversebooks
#mango #mangolovers #naturelovers by @pgsantosb

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#teachers and #librarians, I hope you love this book as much as I loved writing it! But what I wish the most is to spark conversations and foster growth through this story.

Written by me, illustrated by Olivia Sua, A HOUSE IN MY BARRIO, is now available! Check out the link in my bio or below.

https://shorturl.at/3qDsj

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@mackidsbooks
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#AHouseInMyBarrio #kidlit #chidrensbooks by @pgsantosb

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In a barrio full of love, Mamá Elena is always there for others, until one day, she needs that love in return. Young Manuel gathers his neighborhood and helps his whole community come together in the most beautiful way.

In these times, we need care and kindness more than ever, and stories that remind us of what we can do for one another.

Written by me, illustrated by Olivia Sua. This story was inspired by my own memories of neighbors coming together and how acts of kindness can make a difference. I wanted to share this feeling of warmth and belonging, hoping others will recognize pieces of their own communities in these pages.

"A House in My Barrio" is now available for preorder! Preorders truly make a difference, for they help books reach more readers and support authors in meaningful ways. You can reserve your copy through the link in my bio or below.

https://shorturl.at/3qDsj

Out September 1 with Henry Holt (BFYR) / Macmillan.

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#AHouseInMyBarrio #PictureBook #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #LatinxStories #BilingualBooks #Community #Gratitude #Empathy #PreorderNow #SupportAuthors #KidLitAuthor by @pgsantosb

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Thank you so much to @indigospiritsouthgate_ for welcoming me today. I had a great time meeting wonderful people and talking about books!

Thank you for a fabulous book signing!

#booksigning #ChildrensBooks by @pgsantosb

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🏡 Join me in celebrating the release of A House in My Barrio!
I’d love to see you at one of my upcoming book signings! Come say hello, get your copy signed, and celebrate with me!

I can’t wait to see you there! 💛

#AHouseInMyBarrio #PictureBooks #BookSigning by @pgsantosb

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It was such a wonderful experience yesterday at the book launch of A House in My Barrio! I'm so thankful to everyone who shared their time with me! Thank you! ♥️♥️♥️

A special thanks to @audreysbooks for hosting! by @pgsantosb

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I’m delighted to share that "How to Eat a Mango" was selected as an Honor Book in the 2026 International Latino Book Awards, in the Best Children’s Fiction Picture Books (English) category! 🥭✨

Congratulations to all this year’s winners and honorees! It’s such an honor to be included among so many wonderful books and authors.
Thank you, @empoweringlatinofutures, for this recognition! ❤️

#kidlit #childrensbooks #HowToEatAMango by @pgsantosb

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Mamá Elena always knows just what to do when someone needs help. Whether it’s by cooking a delicious meal or simply by lending an ear, she keeps her community together. And because of her warmth, her home is young Manuel’s favorite.

But when Mamá Elena suffers a fall that leaves her bedridden, the barrio changes overnight. Missing Mamá Elena and her house, Manuel is determined to help lift her spirits. In a selfless act of organizing, he gathers his neighborhood so they can give back all the love and support Mamá Elena has shown them.

This picture book includes gentle introductions to the Spanish language with a strong message about caring for others.

Check out the link in bio for our chat with the author, @pgsantosb! 🌸 by @pgsantosb

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A House in My Barrio

In this touching picture book about the importance of kindness and lending a hand, a young boy gathers his community to take care of a loved one, perfect for fans of The Last Stop on Market Street.

Mamá Elena always knows just what to do when someone needs help. Whether it’s by cooking a delicious meal or simply by lending an ear, she keeps her community together. And because of her warmth, her home is young Manuel’s favorite.

But when Mamá Elena suffers a fall that leaves her bedridden, the barrio changes overnight. Missing Mamá Elena and her house, Manuel is determined to help lift her spirits. In a selfless act of organizing, he gathers his neighborhood so they can give back all the love and support Mamá Elena has shown them.

This picture book includes gentle introductions to the Spanish language with a strong message about caring for others.

#books #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #picturebook #bookstagram taken in India by @pgsantosb

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Happy Book Birthday to A HOUSE IN MY BARRIO by @pgsantosb Paula Santos and illustrated by Olivia Sua.

Here are some excerpts from my TAKE 5 interview with Paola. Check out the full interview at BeckyWalkerBooks.com and join my website to see all the latest releases, interviews, and giveaways!

Comment "Barrio" for the link to the interview. Leave a comment for a bonus entry in the giveaway -- a signed copy of the book or a 30 min. AMA. Comment that you'd love to win to enter to win!

#picturebook #newrelease #TAKE5 #barrio #kidlit taken in Houston, Texas by @pgsantosb

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It's party time! Today, we are celebrating the launch of three amazing books!

A HOUSE IN MY BARRIO by @pgsantosb
WE ARE THE KEYSTONES by @katysduff
MRS. CLAUS'S NOODLE KUGEL by @janieemaus

Congratulations on your book launches!

Please support these authors by ordering their books, requesting them at your libraries, and leaving reviews.

#bookbirthday #booklaunch #kidlit #picturebooks by @pgsantosb

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To see "A House in My Barrio" alongside some of my favorite books of all time is a dream come true! Thank you, @bookriot! ♥️♥️♥️

#AHouseInMyBarrio #kidlit #communitymatters by @pgsantosb

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