Soto, Gary

A humorous collection of poetry told from the point of view of both boys and girls who share their emotions about first loves, crushes, and broken hearts.

After unexpectedly falling in love with a "nerdy" boy, fourteen-year-old Marisa works to change her life by transferring to another school, altering some of her behavior, and losing weight.

Chato decides to throw a "pachanga" for his friend Novio Boy, who has never had a birthday party.

Collection of short stories by fifteen Chicano writers representing the complexities and experiences of being a Mexican American in the United States.

When they learn that Rudy Herrera and Alex Garcia, two fifth-grade class clowns, plan to run against them in the school elections, Miata and her friend Ana know that they face a difficult race.

A collection of essays reflecting on Mexicans, Okies, poverty, childhood, poets and poetry and love--conjugal, filial, and fraternal. Each marks a step in the author's coming to terms with the world and the discovery of the radiance of human relationships.

A collection of poems about growing up, family, friendship, and everyday experiences.

A collection of thirteen short stories about the everyday lives of Mexican American young people in California's Central Valley.

A collection of poetry by Chicano poet Gary Soto.

After unexpectedly falling in love with a "nerdy" boy, fourteen-year-old Marisa works to change her life by transferring to another school, altering some of her behavior, and losing weight.