Illustrator & Author Profile
Alyssa Bermudez
7 Books
Alyssa Bermudez is a celebrated illustrator, author, and art teacher whose vibrant artwork brings a wide variety of children's books to life. She is the creator of the acclaimed graphic memoirs "Big Apple Diaries" and "Run Home," which draw deeply on her own experiences growing up in New York City. Her energetic and expressive illustrations can also be seen in beloved stories like "Lucia the Luchadora" and "Iveliz Explains It All." Whether she is writing her own heartfelt narratives or visually interpreting the words of others, Bermudez infuses her projects with incredible warmth and dynamic visual storytelling. Her work beautifully captures the complexities of childhood, family, and cultural identity for readers of all ages.
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Your family is full of happy memories, special traditions, and lots of love. For one young boy, his favorite moments are spent with his Nana, baking treats and singing songs together. But lately, Nana has started to forget things. She forgets where she put her glasses, and sometimes she forgets important plans. It can be confusing and a little scary when someone you love begins to change because of Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Even though Nana's memory is fading, the love she shares with her family remains as strong as ever. This gentle and compassionate story helps you understand what happens when a grandparent gets sick, showing that there are always beautiful ways to stay connected. Through patience, hugs, and favorite songs, you will see how families can hold onto their special bonds no matter what challenges they face.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Stepping onto the stage can make anyone's stomach do flip-flops, but for Amelia, being nervous brings a whole different set of problems. When her teacher announces that the class will be putting on a performance of Snow White for the entire school, Amelia wants to hide. She loves reading fairy tales, but she definitely does not want to star in one. As her stage fright grows, she starts to feel a very familiar and dangerous tingle. Amelia has a huge secret: she possesses chameleon powers. If her abilities activate while she is standing in the bright spotlight, her secret will be revealed to everyone, and it will be a complete disaster. To make matters even more complicated, her brave and daring best friend Willow is acting incredibly strange. Amelia cannot figure out what is going on, but she suspects Willow might be hiding a massive secret of her own. Join Amelia as she tries to keep her changing colors under control, figure out what is bothering her best friend, and survive the most stressful school play ever.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
66 Pages
Pack your bags for the ultimate farm getaway. Amelia is heading out on a fantastic family holiday to the countryside, and the absolute best part is that her best friend Willow is coming along for the ride. The girls have a massive list of exciting things they want to do, from petting the adorable baby lambs to picking fresh strawberries and learning how to ride horses. It sounds like the perfect vacation, except Amelia has one huge thing weighing on her mind. She has finally decided that it is time to tell Willow the truth about her secret chameleon powers. Figuring out exactly how to share such a magical secret is incredibly difficult. When the big moment arrives, the reveal goes completely wrong, leaving Amelia frustrated and worried about their friendship. Now, surrounded by barnyard animals and wide open fields, Amelia has to figure out a way to fix the mess. Find out if she can use her special abilities to turn things around and save their amazing farm adventure before it is too late.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
64 Pages
Swishing her cape across the playground, Lucia feels like she can conquer the world. But when the boys tell her that girls cannot be superheroes, her mighty confidence suddenly crashes. Just when she is feeling her lowest, her beloved abuela shares a dazzling and top-secret piece of family history. Lucia actually comes from a long line of bold, valiant luchadoras, the legendary female wrestlers of the Mexican lucha libre tradition. Armed with a flashy new silver mask and a spectacular disguise, Lucia transforms into a recess sensation. She feels completely unstoppable until she witnesses a moment of real unfairness on the playground. Now, Lucia faces a massive choice. She must decide if she has the bravery to stand up for what is right, even if it means breaking the most sacred rule of all and revealing the true identity behind her mask. Discover a high-flying, action-packed story all about courage, heart, and celebrating your cultural legacy.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Get ready for the sweetest and most dramatic day of the school year. Amelia and her classmates have been having a blast learning Italian, and the entire school is buzzing with excitement for their very first Gelato Day. There will be delicious frozen treats for everyone, but a few sour problems are ruining the fun. The new student, Harry Truffle, refuses to smile no matter what anyone does, and worse, there is a sneaky graffiti bandit loose in the hallways. When the principal warns that one more piece of graffiti will cause Gelato Day to be canceled completely, Amelia is furious. She is determined to catch the culprit and save the celebration for her friends. However, getting angry is very dangerous for someone with secret chameleon powers. As Amelia hunts for clues to solve the mystery, her emotions are running wild. You will be on the edge of your seat waiting to see if Amelia can keep her cool, or if her magic powers will burst out and reveal her identity to the whole school.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
64 Pages
A Story That's Part Spanish, Part English, and a Whole Lot of Fun
The playground is the perfect spot for a fun afternoon, but things get a little complicated when two different groups of kids try to share the space. Three of the children speak only English, and three of the children speak only Spanish. At first, they cannot understand each other's words, and it seems like they will just have to play separately. But as they watch each other jump, run, and explore, they realize something wonderful. They might use different words to describe the world, but they express the exact same feelings. More importantly, everyone sounds exactly the same when they are laughing. This clever and heartwarming bilingual adventure seamlessly weaves Spanish and English together, showing you that friendship does not need a perfect translation. By paying attention and being open, the kids discover new vocabulary and figure out how to play an amazing game together. Step into a beautiful story that breaks down language barriers and proves we are all much more alike than we are different.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Get ready to travel back in time for the grooviest bedtime routine ever. The house is quiet, the disco ball is slowing down, and it is time to say goodnight to a wild and colorful decade. Snuggle in and bid sweet dreams to long feathered hair, squishy beanbag chairs, glowing lava lamps, and fuzzy tube socks. You will even get to say goodnight to your very own Pet Rock. This incredibly playful and funny twist on a beloved bedtime classic takes you on a retro rhyming ride straight back to the nineteen seventies. Whether you are settling down for a peaceful night of sleep or just want to explore a far-out era filled with peace signs and bell-bottoms, this heavily illustrated journey is an absolute blast. It is a fantastic way for families to share a few laughs and look back at a simpler, funnier time before turning out the lights. Catch you on the flip side, and sweet dreams.
6-8 Years
32 Pages