{"title":"Debbie Zapata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDebbie Zapata\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts engaging stories that celebrate diversity and kindness through vibrant, accessible narratives. Her books, including \u003cem\u003eA Taxi for Everyone\u003c\/em\u003e, invite young readers to explore inclusive themes with warmth and humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for children and families, her work encourages empathy and understanding, making each story a thoughtful reflection on community and friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-taxi-for-everyone-by-debbie-zapata-9781499817003","title":"A Taxi for Everyone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis compelling biography\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of Roy Velásquez and how he built a community fighting against segregation and discrimination in Austin, Texas, by starting a thriving taxi company for those not being served by the city's institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoy Velásquez was the son of Mexican immigrants, living in Austin, Texas, at the height of segregation. Roy knew the hardships faced by people of colour because of the insurmountable policies put into place. What was anyone to do? Even just simple acts can go a long way. But Roy went further than that...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn segregated Austin, people of colour weren't allowed in taxis, and the streetcar ended far from their homes. So Roy borrowed five dollars from a friend, purchased a taxi permit and a tank of gas, and drove people of colour wherever they needed to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore long, one lone taxi became a fleet. For over seventy-five years, Roy's Taxi Service helped to fight segregation and poll taxes, and grow Austin into a community for everyone. Roy's story is a reminder that we can all affect change and that inclusion is our strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47745220051180,"sku":"9781499817003","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781499817003-a-taxi-for-everyone.jpg?v=1781495843"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/debbie-zapata.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}