Author Profile
Donna Barba Higuera
2 Books
Donna Barba Higuera is an acclaimed American author of picture books and middle-grade novels that beautifully weave together Mexican folklore, science fiction, and fantasy. She is celebrated for her Newbery Medal-winning novel, 'The Last Cuentista', and her highly praised dystopian tale, 'Alebrijes'. Her engaging stories often center on themes of cultural heritage, resilience, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Books in "The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy"
El Cucuy is ready for his first terrifying assignment. He has glowing eyes, sharp talons, terrible breath, and one very important job: scare a misbehaving child.
There is just one problem. Ramón is not frightened. He is too busy worrying about his first day at a new school.
In this spooky-funny chapter book, a young monster who wants to prove himself meets a boy facing a fear that claws and shadows cannot fix. With lively two-color illustrations, gentle scares, and plenty of heart, this story invites new chapter book readers into a funny friendship where the monster under the bed may understand anxiety better than anyone expects.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
144 Pages
Book 2
El Cucuy does not want to scare Ramón anymore. He wants to get back to the human world and spend time with his friend. But something has gone wrong between monsters and humans, and the old rules are falling apart.
When El Cucuy finally reaches Ramón, he is not alone. Other boogeymen slip through too, and they arrive at the worst possible place for a monster invasion: Ramón’s birthday party.
Packed with light scares, sly humor, and two-color illustrations, this chapter book adventure sends Ramón and El Cucuy into a race to outsmart creatures who see a room full of party guests as a feast. It is a spooky, funny friendship story for readers who like their monsters mischievous but not too terrifying.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
124 Pages
