Mariana Ríos Ramírez
@marianarios
🇲🇽🇺🇸Kidlit author | SANTIAGO’S DINOSAURIOS - AW’22 | ABUELITA’S GIFT - KNOPF’24 | SCBWI | RYS | Storyteller Academy | Las Musas | 📷 Photographer| K-drama ♥️ I PB Rising 🌟 l Dog 🩷 l Chai Latte fan l Rep’d: Natascha Morris
Today I share with you my newest blog post in which I feature @vrukaslt.bsky.social & her soon to be published pb LOWRIDER FOR SALE. Illustrated by @phonemova.bsky.social & published by Disney-Hyperion this is a fun book with a very important giveaway. marianariosramirez.com/lowrider-for...
📚 For teachers who would like to add more #diverse #inclusive books to your classrooms, this is the story of an immigrant boy with a language barrier and how he finds that universal interests can be bridges to connect with others. ✏️ 📚 For more info, check out my website! 🦕🦖 #kidlit
Today I’m happy to feature author @apalessandri.bsky.social and her newest picture book FLY, PAJARITO, FLY. 🐦 Congratulations, amiga! 🥳🎉 Learn more about how this heartwarming story came to be on my newest blog post: marianariosramirez.com/fly-pajarito... #kidlit #pb #childrensbooks #birds #love
I’m happy to share this interesting interview with author Mary Helen Berg, in which we talked about her powerful debut book ENOUGH TO SHARE & writing nonfiction. I invite you to check it out on the blog: marianariosramirez.com/enough-to-sh... #kidlit #pb #nonfiction #environment #childrensbooks
Stella & Mom cook a special recipe for Rosh Hashana, one which has been passed on from generation to generation AND with each family member adding their own unique touch. What could Stella add to the tradition? Learn more about it on the blog! marianariosramirez.com/stellas-spec... #kidlit
Today I’m celebrating Jessica Milo’s upcoming picture book MY PONY WONDER 🐴♥️ Congratulations! Coming to the shelves on July 7th, 2026 this sweet book in rhyme highlights the love between a girl and her cute pony. marianariosramirez.com/my-pony-wond... #kidlit #rhymingbooks #pony #pb
It’s National Dinosaur Day! 🦖🦕 Perfect day to read Santiago’s Dinosaurios! Find more info about the book (reviews, awards) and links to bookstores on www.marianariosramirez.com Please share with a dinofan kid you love. 💚 Thanks! #dinosaurs #kidlit #pb
Congratulations @tonnyef.bsky.social & Natalia Bruno!🪴🎻🎶 Such a lovely book about a unique event, in a time in which humanity struggled with fear, uncertainty & loss. A perfect example of the power of music and how hope & light can be found even in the darkest times & in the most unexpected ways.
I’m delighted to share this interview with my dear friend @tonnyef.bsky.social about her beautiful pb MUSIC PLANTS HOPE 🪴 🎵 🎻 Based on a true event during the 2020 pandemic, this lyrical book is filled with gorgeous illustrations & interesting back matter. marianariosramirez.com/music-plants...
Look at this cute book by @lorikeating.bsky.social🧚♀️ This early reader chapter book is filled with magic, fairies, and mysteries. With fun illustrations and a creative plot, this book is one to check out, and you can learn more about it on the blog.🧚♂️ marianariosramirez.com/shaila-holme... #kidlit
Storybook Breakfast was rawrsome! 🦕 I loved being part of this special event which looks to support childhood literacy programs in our community. Reading Santiago’s Dinosaurios, roaring with the kids, and signing their books was the perfect way to start the day. Thanks United Way of Anderson! 💚
Today I invite you to read this interesting interview with author @kristimahoney.bsky.social and illustrators Chantelle & Burgen Thorne about their soon to be released book OWLS MAKE TERRIBLE TEACHERS! 🦉 📚📝🍎 marianariosramirez.com/owls-make-te... #kidlit
Today on the blog, I invite you to check out this conversation with my dear amiga @asiqueira.bsky.social, regarding her soon to be published picture book IF YOUR ABUELO IS AN ASTRONAUTA. 🪐 🚀 Congrats, Ana!!! marianariosramirez.com/if-your-abue... #family #astronaut #abuelo #siblings #kidlit
Today, on the blog, I invite you to read this lovely interview with my dear amiga and fellow Musa, Delia Ruiz @aventurasenesl.bsky.social Learn more about Delia’s upcoming book Ways Papi Says I Love You, how it came to be, her future projects and more: bit.ly/46DacH3 #kidlit #pb #latinaauthor
Yesterday I enjoyed lunch with my dear friend and critique partner @tonnyef.bsky.social 🩷 It was lovely to chat about our book news, our work in progress, and to learn about Tonnye’s launch plans for her upcoming picture book Music Plants Hope 🪴 🎵 🎻 Thanks for coming to visit, Tonnye! #kidlit
It finally made it home! ♥️🥇 Thank you, Empowering Latino Futures! #award #kidlit #medal #picturebooks #diademuertos
I’m thrilled to share the news about my new picture book coming up in 2028: Mateo’s Alebrije. I’m very happy that I will get to work with my amazing editor and the wonderful team at Knopf again. This time, talented illustrator Rocío Arreola will bring the magic of this story to life🌟 I can’t wait!
I’m so excited to participate in World Read Aloud Day today. 🥳🎉 I can’t wait to share Santiago’s story with kids in Chicago, New York, and New Jersey. I’m so grateful for this chance! 🦖🦕 #wrad #kidlit #inclusion #diversity #dinos #kindness
🦋 Today I’m celebrating the release of this beautiful book, written by @booksbycindy.bsky.social and illustrated by @marielaurecouet.bsky.social I invite you to read this new blog post in which Cindy and Marie-Laure share how this book came to be. marianariosramirez.com/butterfly-sea/ #kidlit
I’m delighted to share this interview with author @robincurrie.bsky.social in which we talk about her newest book Just Enough Room For Christmas and how it came to be 🎄 🐮🐏🫏♥️ This adorable story is perfect for Christmas season! https://marianariosramirez.com/just-enough-room-for-christmas/ #kidlit
Today I’m celebrating the release of my dear amiga’s book 📕♥️ Congratulations, Maritere! 🥳 I invite you to read this lovely interview to learn more about Maritere’s book and journey. https://marianariosramirez.com/tio-ricky-doesnt-speak-english/ #kidlit #bilingual #pb #picturebooks
Día de Muertos is getting close. Families are getting ready to honor their ancestors with ofrendas, including mine.♥️ My niece is experiencing the folklore of this beautiful tradition & learning more about family & Día de Muertos. Will you be setting up an ofrenda this year? #kidlit #diademuertos
Today I celebrate the book birthday of It’s Christmas, Chloe Zoe! 🎅🏼🎄 Check out this interview with award-winning author-illustrator Jane Smith to learn more about her journey, her books & her beloved characters. 🐘💕 https://marianariosramirez.com/its-christmas-chloe-zoe/ #christmas #pb #kidlit
I’m delighted to share Abuelita’s Gift is the Gold Medal winner for Best Children’s Fiction Picture Book in English - International Latino Book Awards Thank you Empowering Latino Futures for this recognition & for your valuable work on uplifting latin voices in literature.♥️
The Crystal Kite Award arrived to our home and it’s so beautiful! I’m so grateful for being a recipient of this great honor. I share this happiness with Sara Palacios and the team at Knopf. Thank you to @scbwi.bsky.social and everyone who voted for our book in the Southeast Division. #kidlit
Today I gave a presentation at Anderson University as part of the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. It was nice to share my experience as a Latina author with the students who attended. I loved talking about books, writing & answering their interesting questions. THANK YOU! 💕
🎢 Celebrating @asiqueira.bsky.social newest book: Vera la Valiente is Scared. Congratulations,amiga! 🎉 This book is funny, engaging & it addresses an important topic that will resonate with many children: facing our fears. https://marianariosramirez.com/vera-la-valiente-is-scared/ #kidlit #pb
Dear friends, I’m sharing other social media options where we can connect in case you’re interested. At the moment, I’m most active on Insta, where I love sharing photos of my dog, cats, books, life and quotes too! 💕
I’m happy to support @patzmiller.bsky.social by placing a copy of her new book in a Little Free Library in Anderson, SC. 💕 I’m hoping Pat’s book will circle around my town touching kids & families with it’s beautiful message. More info about ONE CAN BE: https://marianariosramirez.com/one-can-be/
Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time to celebrate El regalo de abuelita as one of the Best Children’s Books of the Year in Spanish- 2025 edition. 🎉 Thank you @bankstreetlibrary.bsky.social ! https://educate.bankstreet.edu/ccl/29/ #spanish #latinaauthor #diademuertos