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Podcast Interview Thomas Cullen Charlie-Man

Charlie-Man by Thomas Cullen In this podcast interview Megan welcomes Thomas Cullen to talk about his book, Charlie-Man, available now. He talks about developing his main character’s journey. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review: https://cantinabookclub.com/review/charlie-man-by-thomas-cullen/   Link to Purchase: https://www.amazon.com/Charlie-Man-Thomas-Cullen/dp/1966369344  Please rate, review, and subscribe so… Continue reading Episode 136 – Thomas Cullen: Charlie-Man

Charlie-Man by Thomas Cullen

Review Thomas Cullen delivers a powerful debut with Charlie-Man. I wasn't sure what to expect. But the book packs quite the emotional punch in barely 200 pages. How much hardship could one high school senior in 1990s Virginia face? Quite a bit, apparently. When readers meet Charlie, he's already gone through a major life event… Continue reading Charlie-Man by Thomas Cullen

The Other Moctezuma Girls by Sofia Robleda

Review

As a fan of historical fiction and being of Mexican heritage, I had high hopes for The Other Moctezuma Girls. And I’m happy to report that Sofia Robleda did not disappoint. Through 16-year-old Isabel’s eyes, readers get a “treasure” hunt through the Mexican valley and how children come to terms with learning the truth about who her late mother really was.