Author Profile
Angela Cervantes
3 Books
Angela Cervantes is an award-winning Mexican American author known for her engaging middle-grade novels and children's books. She frequently incorporates themes of family, Latine culture, and mystery into her storytelling, penning acclaimed original works like the Pura Belpré Honor book 'Lety Out Loud' and 'Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring'. In addition to her original mysteries and contemporary stories, Cervantes has contributed to popular franchises by writing Disney junior novelizations and authoring titles for the American Girl series.
Books in "A Wish Novel"
Allie Velasco is desperate to be a trailblazer, a trendsetter, and above all else, a winner. She believes there is no better feeling in the world than stepping onto a podium and hoisting a golden trophy high in the air. The only problem is that Allie has never actually won anything. Everyone else in her family is incredibly special. Her younger sister is a rising television star, her brother is a soccer prodigy, and her great-grandfather is a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient. Surrounded by all this success, Allie knows she has to make her mark or risk being left behind forever. When a prestigious school contest is announced, she finally sees her perfect opportunity to take first place. But there is one major obstacle standing in her way. Her biggest competition is her ex-best friend, Sara. You will root for Allie as she navigates the fierce competition and faces a difficult choice. Is taking the top prize really worth losing a friend?
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
208 Pages
Lety Munoz loves animals, and there's no place she'd rather be than volunteering at the Furry Friends Animal Shelter. It's the perfect spot for her because the dogs and cats don't mind that Lety sometimes takes her time finding the right words when she speaks. Her first language is Spanish, and sometimes English can be tricky.
At the shelter, Lety feels completely comfortable. She loves spending time with all the furry friends, helping them get ready for their forever homes. But then something exciting happens that could make Lety use her voice in a brand new way! Will she be brave enough to speak up, even when it feels hard? Join Lety as she discovers how her unique way of speaking can be a strength, not just for herself, but for her beloved animal friends too. This heartwarming story is all about finding your voice, embracing who you are, and the special connections we make with animals.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
208 Pages
Sixth grader Gaby Ramirez Howard loves spending her free time volunteering at the local animal shelter. She plays with the abandoned kittens, helps obedience train the energetic dogs, and writes heartfelt adoption advertisements to help these strays find their forever homes. Lately, Gaby has been feeling like a bit of a stray herself. Her mother was recently deported to Honduras, leaving Gaby stuck living with her deeply inattentive father. Gaby holds onto the confident hope that her mother will return soon so they can finally adopt her favorite shelter cat together and be a real family again. But when the cat's original owners suddenly turn up at the shelter to claim their pet, Gaby's perfectly planned future begins to unravel. You will feel Gaby's heartbreak and resilience as she navigates an incredibly difficult family separation while continuing to pour her love into the animals who need her. This touching story explores the deep bond between humans and their pets, the true meaning of home, and the strength it takes to keep hoping when everything falls apart.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
224 Pages
