Latiné Heritage Month: Books for Adults

Explore titles by authors of Latiné heritage or ancestors from North and South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Spain recommended by our expert librarians in celebration of Latiné Heritage Month (September 15- October 15).


Updated August 28, 2025
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Bless me, Ultima
Anaya, Rudolfo A.
Paper Book
This coming-of-age classic from "one of the nation's foremost Chicano literary artists" follows a young boy as he questions his faith and beliefs after a curandera woman introduces herbs and magic into his life (Denver Post) . .Antonio Marez is six years old...

Fiction

Daughters of Latin America : an international anthology of writing by Latine women
Guzman, Sandra
Paper Book
"Full of heart and wisdom, Daughters of Latin America sheds a brilliant light on Latine and Caribbean women writers across time, space, languages, and genres."--World Literature Today Spanning time, styles, and traditions, a dazzling collection of essential works from 140 Latine writers,...

Adult Nonfiction

The Latino century : how America's largest minority is transforming democracy
Madrid, Mike
Paper Book
An insightful investigation of how and why the two major political parties have failed to appeal to the Latino vote--the largest ethnic voting group in the country--and the impact it will have on American democracy and politics for decades to come. In 2020, Latinos...

Adult Nonfiction

Latinoland : a portrait of America's largest and least understood minority
Arana, Marie (Writer)
Paper Book
"A perfect representation of Latino diversity" (The Washington Post), LatinoLand draws from hundreds of interviews and prodigious research to give us both a vibrant portrait and the little-known history of our largest and fastest-growing minority, in "a work of prophecy, sympathy,...

Adult Nonfiction

Our migrant souls : a meditation on race and the meanings and myths of "Latino"
Tobar, Héctor
Paper Book
WINNER OF THE KIRKUS PRIZE FOR NONFICTION Named One of The New York Times' 100 Notable Books of 2023 One of Time's 100 Must-Read Books of 2023 | A Top Ten Book of 2023 at Chicago Public Library A new book by the Pulitzer Prize-winning writer...

Adult Nonfiction

Self-care for Latinas : 100+ ways to prioritize & rejuvenate your mind, body, & spirit
Reichard, Raquel
Paper Book
"Gifting the girlies this book could seriously help them elevate their well-being and life." --Refinery29 "The self-help book Latinas have been waiting for. The ultimate reminder for us all to make time to better our lives, joy, and self-care routines." --Hip Latina<...

Adult Nonfiction

Tías and primas : on knowing and loving the women who raise us
Mojica Rodríguez, Prisca Dorcas
Paper Book
From the author of For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts, a celebration of the women at the heart of Latine families   Born into a large, close-knit family in Nicaragua, Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez grew up surrounded by strong,...

Adult Nonfiction


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