Introduction

In this chapter, the host introduces two books that explore the experiences of young people. The first book discussed is a graphic novel called I Mija, which follows the story of a teenager named Christine as they visit their grandparents in Mexico. Christine Suggs, the writer and illustrator of the book, talks about the process of writing about their own teenage self and the struggles they faced. They also discuss the use of untranslated Spanish in the book to create an immersive experience for readers. The chapter ends with the host asking Christine Suggs if the protagonist of the book is based on themselves.