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Book Synopsis: A 2018 Pura Belpré Author Honor BookSave the restaurant. Save the town. Get the girl. Make Abuela proud. Can thirteen-year-old Arturo Zamora do it all or is he in for a BIG, EPIC FAIL? For Arturo, summertime in Miami means playing basketball until dark, sipping mango smoothies, and keeping cool under banyan trees. And maybe a few shifts as junior lunchtime dishwasher at Abuela’s restaurant. Maybe. But this summer also includes Carmen, a poetry enthusiast who moves into Arturo’s apartment complex and turns his stomach into a deep fryer. He almost doesn’t notice the smarmy land developer who rolls into town and threatens to change it. Arturo refuses to let his family and community go down without a fight, and as he schemes with Carmen, Arturo discovers the power of poetry and protest through untold family stories and the work of José Martí. Funny and poignant, The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora is the vibrant story of a family, a striking portrait of a town, and one boy’s quest to save both, perfect for fans of Rita Williams-Garcia.
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Looking for a captivating and heartwarming book that will keep you hooked from start to finish? Look no further than "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora"! This Pura Belpré Author Honor Book for 2018 will take you on an unforgettable journey that combines the power of family, community, and the strength of a young boy's determination.
Set in the beautiful backdrop of Miami, this story follows thirteen-year-old Arturo Zamora as he navigates the challenges of summertime. From playing basketball to sipping refreshing mango smoothies, Arturo's days are filled with fun and adventure. But when a smarmy land developer threatens his family's restaurant and the town he loves, Arturo refuses to sit back and watch it happen.
What sets this book apart is the unique blend of poetry and protest that Arturo discovers. As he becomes acquainted with Carmen, a fellow resident of his apartment complex and a poetry enthusiast, Arturo's journey takes an unexpected turn. Together, they learn the power of raising their voices and standing up for what they believe in.
The author, Pablo Cartaya, skillfully weaves together a funny and poignant narrative that will resonate with readers of all ages. Through untold family stories and the influence of renowned poet José Martí, Arturo's story becomes a testament to the strength of community and the importance of preserving one's heritage.
If you're a fan of Rita Williams-Garcia, you won't want to miss this vibrant and captivating tale. Make sure to grab your copy of "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora" today and join Arturo on his quest to save his family, his community, and himself.
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