Latinx Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the multicultural and multiethnic nature of Latinx, Latino and Hispanic-identified communities. The resilience and courage of Latinx people have been told by powerful voices of individuals who fought the good fight to lead us where we are today. While we take this time to observe National Latinx Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15, 2020. Check out some of the books recommended in the article below to see the latest literature written by Latinx authors.
Hispanic Heritage Month is annually celebrated in the United States from September 15th to October 15th. The honorary month is a time to commemorate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Latinx people whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America. Hispanic Heritage Week was first observed in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson. In 1988, President Ronald Reagan expanded it to span 30 days.
To celebrate, we’ve rounded up 20 of the best new books from Latinx writers coming out this fall. From novels, cookbooks, children’s storybooks, memoirs, and poetry collections, many of these titles focus on themes relevant to current times such as immigration, LGBTQ+ rights, women’s empowerment, and more. See all 20 recommendations.
