Books by Laekan Zea Kemp

6 books · Ages 4–18

Known for the Omega Morales series, Laekan Zea Kemp writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, alongside 4 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, family & siblings, love & family.

Series

Omega Morales and the Curse of El Cucuy
Omega Morales and the Legend of la Lechuza
Omega Morales
2 books · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books

Cover of A Crown for Corina
A Crown for Corina
Laekan Zea Kemp
Corina and her Abuela pick special flowers from the garden to create a meaningful birthday crown while exploring their M
Ages 4–11
Cover of Heartbreak Symphony
Heartbreak Symphony
Laekan Zea Kemp
Aaron and Mia bond over music and shared grief as they navigate family expectations and find their own voices in this mo
Ages 12–18
Cover of An Appetite for Miracles
An Appetite for Miracles
Laekan Zea Kemp
For the young adult grappling with monumental hope and devastating loss, this story explores finding magic and possibili
Ages 13–18
Cover of Home Is a Heartbeat
Home Is a Heartbeat
Laekan Zea Kemp
A young girl celebrates the rhythm of her bustling, multigenerational household in this heartfelt exploration of family,
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
A Crown for CorinaHome Is a Heartbeat
Ages 8–11
4 books
A Crown for CorinaOmega Morales and the Curse of El CucuyOmega Morales and the Legend of la Lechuza
Ages 12–18
3 books
Omega Morales and the Curse of El CucuyHeartbreak SymphonyAn Appetite for Miracles

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityFamily & SiblingsLove & FamilyGrowing UpResilience & PerseveranceCuriosity & WonderBeing DifferentJoy & Gratitude

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