Once Upon… Había Una Vez: Creating Bilingual Picture Books for Children — SCBWI| Local Author Series
About the event
Cuban American, award-winning author Silvia López will offer a presentation for authors and illustrators interested in creating English/Spanish bilingual and dual-language children's books. Bring a manuscript, artwork, draft, or idea to share, receive feedback, and connect with fellow creators. Participants will also have a chance to win one of three free critiques of their original work. To register and for more information contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. 18 years. + Author's biography Silvia López was born in Cuba and came to Miami as a child. Her love of reading led to a long career as children’s librarian and later as author of over eighteen children’s books, most bilingual or dual-language. Her books have received Florida Book Awards, been chosen as Junior Library Guild selections, and earned starred reviews in Booklist and School Library Journal. Two more titles are scheduled for release in 2027. Silvia is a member of SCBWI, Las Musas, We need Diverse Books, and co-founder of Bilingual Book Buddies, a podcast series promoting bilingual books for children.
