Award-winning Latina author Anika Aldamuy Denise is a force. In a soft, confident sort of way. Of Puerto Rican and Italian heritage, and raised in Queens, NY, Anika is the author of 11 children’s books. Her latest book, Phenomenal AOC, is a picture book biography of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the youngest Congresswoman in the history of the United States.
“I was so honored to write a book about AOC. I grew up in the same neighborhoods that are now her districts. I wanted to capture her charisma, her energy, her will to help others, to succeed. She is an amazing example for Latinx children!”
I invite you to watch our IGTV!
In addition to Phenomenal AOC, Danika is also the author of two other Puerto Rican icons, Rita Moreno and Pura Belpré. In A girl Named Rosita, Danika captures the story of Rita Moreno the actor, singer, dance, and trailblazer. In Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and storyteller Pura Belpré, Anikda pays tribute to the amazing legacy by the first Latina librarian in New York City.
A member of @Lasmusas and @LatinxKidlit, is the proud mother of three multicultural daughters raised to be proud of their Latino heritage.
For more information about Anika and her books follow her on Instagram @anika_aldamuy_denise!
Thank you, Anika!!
