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Nanahuatizin and the Fifth Sun
Step into the warmth of Abuelo’s fire and uncover the magic, history, and heart behind Abuelo’s Tales—a new children’s series created by yours truly…
Sep 29
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A Story About Books
Chicano in Paris uncovers Mexica mythology—turning lost gods, legends, and cultural history into a series of kids’ books for his nieces and nephews.
Sep 23
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I See You
I won’t waste energy mourning a dead bigot. My attention belongs to the people he targeted—the ones who deserve safety, celebration, and love without…
Sep 13
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Sometimes I Forget
A raw story about chasing dreams, falling down, and remembering the grit that keeps us getting back up.
Sep 8
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July 2025
My Name Is...
A brutally honest story about relapse, redemption, and writing your way back from the edge. This isn’t a how-to on getting sober — it’s what it looks…
Jul 22
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From Monte Cristo to Mictlán
A reflective walk through Paris weaves together literature, grief, Mexica afterlife beliefs, and the haunting beauty of a city that reveals both history…
Jul 16
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Part One
When an old man awakens in a place with no sun, no shadows, and no memory of how he got there, only one thing is clear—his long-departed dog has come to…
Jul 13
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Prologue
New Chapter Every Sunday
Jul 6
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June 2025
Joan Was Right.
Only always and every time.
Jun 30
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Another LA Post
LA really is the last line. That beautiful blend of Black and brown, gay and straight, crunchy hippies and wannabe actors waiting to be discovered—and…
Jun 10
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I Am From Los Angeles, Motherfucker
Los Angeles is a microcosm of the United States.
Jun 8
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The Night Paris Broke My Heart (a Little)
An American expat in Paris reflects on the chaos and beauty of a historic PSG football victory—from tear gas and burning cars to fireworks and…
Jun 2
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