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Xolo Book Reviews


Canto Contigo by Jonny Garza Villa
Canto Contigo is an emotional romance novel that celebrates the Queer and Latine community through the extravagance of Mariachi culture.

Oriana
Aug 23, 20242 min read


Still True: The Evolution of an Unexpected Journalist by Reagan E.J. Jackson
Still True is a must-read for anyone interested in journalism, social justice, and the power of storytelling.

Oriana
Aug 9, 20242 min read


Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
Where Sleeping Girls Lie is a harrowing dark academia thriller that powerfully exposes patriarchal and predatory schools.

Oriana
Jul 31, 20242 min read


The Five Stages of Stuttering by Cassie Holguin-Pettinato
Holguin-Pettinato’s ability to transform personal pain into art is both inspiring and humbling.

Oriana
Jul 23, 20242 min read


A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal
A Tempest of Tea is a captivating and enchanting YA Fantasy that will delight fans of heists led by morally gray and complex characters.

Oriana
Jun 27, 20242 min read


Perseverance: The Bridge to a Latina Mother’s Dream by Iris V. Fernández
Perseverance is a raw and profound celebration of resilience that is relatable and inspiring.

Oriana
Jun 19, 20242 min read


Infinity Alchemist by Kacen Callender
Infinity Alchemist is a spellbinding, gender-bending, Queer fantasy for the ages.

Oriana
May 30, 20242 min read


Just Say Yes by Goldy Moldavsky
Just Say Yes is a humorous and uncomfortable exploration of teen self-determination.

Oriana
May 29, 20242 min read


Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham
Luna New Year Love Story is a dazzling romance graphic novel that will move you with its profoundly emotional artwork and story.

Oriana
May 29, 20242 min read


Airplane Mode: An Irreverent History of Travel by Shahnaz Habib
With rigorous research, Habib captivates and challenges even the most conscientious traveler.

Oriana
Apr 3, 20242 min read
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