Frontera

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"A new classic of Latinx literature!" David Bowles, award-winning author of They Call Me Gero Fronteragives us moments of solidarity, grief, bravery, and love,and shows us the beauty of these human feelings when they stand against the machine of American imperialism. Kiku Hughes, author ofDisplacement An action-packed and heartfelt story that highlights the resiliency of immigrants and the power of ancestral history. Alexis Castellanos, author ofIsla to Island A story about sacrifice, immigration, home, and ultimately, love,Fronteracarries an important message in the world today. Laura Gao, author ofMessy Roots An absolute gut punch of a story. This book belongs in every high school and middle school library in our country. Maggie Tokuda-Hall, author ofSquad "A powerful graphic novel that has the potential to help change how young people see the world through this incredible and moving story." Stephanie Cooke, author of Oh My Gods! and ParaNorthern A magical tale with striking poignancy and heart." Adrianna Cuevas, author of Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez and The Ghosts of Rancho Espanto "Julio and Jacoby created a story that is brave and beautiful. And they did so with tenacity. The words are sharp and the art enamoring." Jose Pimienta, author Twin Cities and Suncatcher

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Julio Anta is an author from Miami, FL known for his comic book series Home. He currentlyresides in New York City, where he works to tell narratively rich stories about diverse Latinxcharacters for readers of all ages. This is his debut graphic novel. Jacoby Salcedo is a comic book artist who works day and night from his bed in Portland, Oregon. He has published multiple short stories with frequent collaborator Julio Anta, and is the co-creator of the Dark Horse Comics miniseries Its Only Teenage Wasteland. You can keep up with his work on Instagram and Twitter @notjacoby or visit him at jacobysalcedoart.com