Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed Out Now!
Edited by The Bronx Is Reading founder Saraciea Fennell and featuring an all-star cast of Latinx contributors, Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed is a collection unlike any other in the young adult market now
In Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed, writers from across the Latinx diaspora interrogate the different myths and stereotypes about this rich and diverse community. From immigration to sexuality, music to language, and more, these personal essays and poems are essential additions to the cultural conversation, sure to inspire hope and spark dialogue.
The bestselling and award-winning contributors include Elizabeth Acevedo, Cristina Arreola, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, Naima Coster, Natasha Diaz, Kahlil Haywood, Zakiya Jamal, Janel Martinez, Jasminne Mendez, Meg Medina, Mark Oshiro, Julian Randall, Lilliam Rivera, and Ibi Zoboi.
PRAISE FOR WILD TONGUES
A Most Anticipated Book (Refinery29, HipLatina, Publishers Weekly, Latino Book Review, Elle, Al Día, and more)!
“A standout...an inspiring book for those who will see their own struggles with identity and belonging reflected within these pages. Above all, it is a book that will make many feel seen, heard and empowered.” - Reyna Grande for San Francisco Chronicle
"A tremendously thought-provoking (re)construction of Latinx experiences." - Kirkus Reviews
"The deeply personal approach of each contributor will connect with readers of all backgrounds and empower those seeking to define their own experiences." - Booklist
“Wild Tongues Can't Be Tamed is a raw and unapologetic collection of essays and poetry that dismantle stereotypes about people from the Latin American diaspora. With anecdotes that span generations of pain and joy, this collection uplifts a new generation of Latinx writers who know the power of story and aren't afraid to use it.”
- Zoraida Córdova for Shelf Awareness
“Exquisitely curated . . . With its inclusion of historically underrepresented Latinx voices, including Afro-Latinx, Caribbean, and Central American perspectives, the book uplifts and celebrates breadth and diversity within a broader community. A standout array of talent.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
“[An] anthology we’d gladly wait all year for. In fifteen works of poetry and essays—from tales of the supernatural to takedowns of anti-Blackness—this collection offers something for just about every kind of reader.” —Harper’s Bazaar
“Poignant. This book challenges stereotypes and myths about Latinx communities.” —Refinery29
“Unique, beautiful, and inspiring, this essay collection is a must-purchase…” —School Library Journal, starred review
“Mandatory reading for anyone who has been left out by the limiting and exclusionary views of what it means to be Latino/a/x.”
—Mano Magazine
PRESS
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“And this fall [Saraciea is] coming out with another platform for Latinx writers, an anthology called "WILD TONGUES CAN'T BE TAMED: 15 Voices From the Latinx Diaspora," out Nov. 2. The book showcases the richness of the community, exploring everything from Afrolatinidad to her own Garifuna (indigenous Honduran) heritage. I can't wait to see how she continues to foster and grow the Latinx literary community.” – Angie Cruz, author of Dominicana
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Elle (print) - What to read this fall?
"A beautifully edited collection of reflections on the Latinx diaspora. With writers like Naima Coster, Kahlil Haywood, and Lilliam Rivera, it highlights a vast variety of identities and writing styles."
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