Jolene Gutiérrez

Mamiachi & Me is a lyrical and empowering picture book written by Jolene and Dakota Gutiérrez and illustrated by Mirelle Ortega, winner of a Pura Belpré Illustrator Honour. The book explores what it means to be a mariachi in an all-female band. Today’s the day! Rosa will take the stage next to her mami and play along with her popular...

When feelings go on overload,I pause and breatheand all is . . . slowed.Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and all too overwhelming. Writing from her own experience with sensory processing disorder, award-winning teacher-librarian Jolene Gutiérrez's compassionate picture book explores the struggles of a sensorily sensitive child and how they settle themselves. Joined by Angel Chang's beautiful...