Houston, Texas (KTRK) – A young Afro-Latino mother, writer and poet is making a difference when it comes to representing Latin culture in the literary world. Jasmine Mendes is a Dominican-American poet and playwright, winner of numerous books for children and adults. discovered by Arte Publico Press While reading in the library. Since then, she has published mixed memoirs and a collection of poems. She has also authored a children’s picture book called Josefina y Sus Habichuelas, a beautiful tale of Dominican family, culture and traditions. The idea came to…
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