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Lucia The Luchadora

Lucia The Luchadora Series written by Cynthia Leonor Garza, illustrated by Alyssa Bermudez. Lucía zips through the playground in her cape just like the boys, but when they tell her "girls can't be superheroes," suddenly she doesn't feel so mighty. That's when her beloved abuela reveals a dazzling secret: Lucía comes from a family of luchadoras, the bold and valiant women of the Mexican lucha libre tradition.

Lucia The Luchadora

Written by Cynthia Leonor Garza | Published by POW! Kids

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School Library Journal's Picture Book Cover of the Year- article here.

Featured on New York Public Library’s “Essential Reads on Feminism for Kids” 2020

As heard on NPR: When She's Told Girls Can't Be Superheroes, 'Lucia The Luchadora' Grabs Her Mask.

As heard on LatinoUSA: Latino USA speaks to Garza about her inspiration for the book and its empowering message for girls.

Featured on A Mighty Girl 2018

Featured on The Longest Shortest Time- Episode 178 - Stuff We Love 2018

Romper’s Children’s Picture Books That Defined 2018.

Kirkus Starred Review 2017: "Bermudez’s colorful, buoyant illustrations radiate pure joy

"A shining debut outing for author and illustrator, this endearing and humorous title is sure to put a bit of KA-POW into storytimes! A must-have." -School Library Journal (starred review)

Kirkus Starred Review 2018: “Bermudez’s vibrant, action-packed pictures epitomize pure zany fun.”

NPR Best Books of 2017

Kirkus Best Books of 2017
Chicago Public Library Best Picture Books of 2017
Evanston Public Library List of 101 Best Books for Kids 2017

ALA's 2018 Amelia Bloomer List for best feminist books for children