or… the mortality of crabs, for that matters! He then returned to the United States for flight training at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida. He writes about lgbtq and Mexican immigrants, and even though I’m not lgbtq or Mexican, I often feel every word he wrote, he wrote it FOR ME! National Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions made and important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

I do love the idea of celebrating such a vibrant culture. Required fields are marked *, By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. Sanctum – I LOVE Sarah’s afterlife worlds and stories!

Reading Beast News Winter 2020! Book Blogger, Bookstagramer and Speculative Fiction Writer, passionate about TrueStory, OwnVoices, Diversity and Equality.Find me here: linktr.ee/d.ark.studioEmail: [email protected], Book Blogger, Bookstagramer and Speculative Fiction Writer, passionate about TrueStory, OwnVoices, Diversity and Equality. National Poetry Month is here! Beginning in 1968, Hispanic Heritage Month was originally observed as “Hispanic Heritage Week” under President Lyndon Johnson, but it was later extended to a month during President Ronald Reagan’s term in 1988. Personally I preferred Pierced By The Sun, but they are different books. float: left; This is about a girl, Elena, who is is the product of a virgin birth and has healing powers and can perform miracles and it’s about the end of the world so YES! Such a great list.

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Certain Dark Things – This is one of the most unique dark urban fantasies about vampires I’ve ever read! Facts for Features are customarily released about two months before an observance in order to accommodate magazine production timelines.

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1306 Dahlgren Avenue, SE National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the accomplishments of Hispanic Americans, who have enriched our culture and society and helped make America into the incredible country it is today. Some of the files may require a plug-in or additional software to view.

Learn more about Admiral Farragut’s famous order HERE. I’m also hoping to get to I’m hoping to fit The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo in September as well. It was during his leadership of the Union Naval forces at the Battle of Mobile Bay that he gave the famous order, “Damn the Torpedoes! This book has all the elements you would expect in a dystopian: classicism, xenophobia, misogyny, a repressive government and the respective opposition and rebellion.

I’ve also read Like Water For Chocolate and Pierced By The Sun by Laura Esquivel. Immigrants’ tales about trying to find your identity and fit in when you and your family have been all over the world.

30 Facts for Hispanic Heritage Month Started as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 by President Lyndon Johnson Expanded to a month by President Ronald Reagan Enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402 Hispanic Heritage Month goes from September 15 to October 15 September 15th is the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras …

Find me here: linktr.ee/d.ark.studio Receiving his early education in his native city, he entered the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland, from New York, as a Midshipman on 26 June 1926. Our Navy’s 11th MCPON, Joe R. Campa, was raised near my hometown of East Los Angeles (Whittier), RADM Sam Perez (USNA ’80) relieved me on USS Paul F. Foster (DD-964) and my dear friend and great Navy Nurse Corps Officer, RADM Christina Alvarado come to mind among many other Hispanic leaders and heroes I had the honor to serve with. He continued service with that Squadron until June 1935, and thereafter until April 1937 had duty at the Naval Air Station, Norfolk, Virginia. It sounds like exactly my sort of story though so I have absolutely no idea how I managed to forget about it. You don’t know the truth! Hispanic Heritage Month timeline 1988 Hispanic Heritage Month Established. Even though I love all the books above, my favorites are: The Shadow of the Wind – This book is just AH-MAZING! The House of The Spirits It’s a great representation of the culture and the atmosphere of those revolutionary times, and I loved it!

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I thought of it. I’m also so happy that you mentioned Certain Dark Things as it’s a book I added to my TBR then somehow completely forgot about. By browsing this website, you agree to our use of cookies. overflow: hidden; So, besides being totally unique and genre-bending, The Shadow of the Wind was a master class in character development!

The Poet X – This book is a beautiful, passionate Memoir in form of poetry. Watch staff from the U.S. Department of Education share what Hispanic heritage means to them: Observing Hispanic Heritage Month allows our country to show its recognition and support for the work Latinos are doing in helping this country grow. A mandala of energy and c, Dying to get to this book! Your email address will not be published. All Rights Reserved. Oh man! The House of the Spirits – The MANY stories are just so freaking rich and fantastic! Please check the Privacy Policy of the site you are visiting. White House Hispanic Prosperity Initiative, officially proclaimed National Hispanic Heritage Month, Background Information on Hispanic Heritage Month, Facts for Features: Hispanic Heritage Month 2019, Health Initiatives and Campaigns for Hispanic Health, Empowering Hispanic Consumers and Business Owners, Top 8 Reasons Why and How We Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Discover Hispanic Heritage at these historic sites. Oh, this is a fantastic list, Daniela!

Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy I read in 2018! National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates Hispanic and Latino American Culture, Heritage and Contributions beginning September 15th. Celebrating the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the group’s heritage and culture. Introduction By NHF Executive Director, Rear Admiral Sonny Masso, USN (Ret.). And funny you mantion Esquivel becasue BookOutlet has a book of hers that I had never heard of and I wanted to read another book of her but that one doesn’t have good reviews so I’ll go with “Pierced By The Sun ” then since you liked it! David Glasgow Farragut, the first person to earn the rank of Admiral, came from a family of Spanish mariners.

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If you are not a member of NHF please consider joining! Farragut served a long career in the Navy, commanding ships and men during the Mexican War, the Civil War, and more. Later he was assigned to Fighting Squadron Three-B, attached consecutively to the USS Langley and USS Ranger. Washington Navy Yard, DC 20374 Dark matter that goes way beyond vampires, and ghosts; because this is REAL.

September 26, 2019 Thursday Tidings. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe – There aren’t enough stars for this book!