Books by Julia Alvarez

Known for the The Tia Lola Stories series, Julia Alvarez writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–16, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of love & family, family & siblings, cultural identity.

Series

The Tia Lola Stories

1 book · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

The Secret Footprints

Julia Alvarez

For children who sometimes feel caught between two worlds or wonder where they truly belong, this enchanting tale explor

Ages 6–9

A Gift of Gracias: The Legend of Altagracia

Julia Alvarez

Maria's family struggles to keep their farm in a new land until a mysterious lady appears in Maria's dream, offering a g

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

2 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

Ages 12–18

4 books

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