Our Authentic Author Spotlight Series introduces you to the best authentic Spanish children’s authors out there. Each Spotlight includes a brief bio and Five Fabulous Titles by the author.
Authentic Literature is a term used to describe books that are written in the author’s native, natural language. Reading authentic literature is an important part of your child’s minority language development.
Today’s Spotlight
Susanna Isern
Susanna Isern grew up in the shadow of the Pyrenees mountains, and enjoyed her freedom to run wild in nature as a child. She is now a professor of psychology at the Universidad Europa del Atlántico and a mother of three.
In addition, Isern is an accomplished children's author. She combines her love of literature with her knowledge of psychology to write beautiful stores that lift up compassion, imagination, team-work, and empathy.
It is hard to believe that she only published her first book in 2011. In just a few short years, she has published over thirty children's books and won numerous awards for her stories.
The titles highlighted below are my personal favorites from Susanna Isern. The first two stories are so beautiful, I regularly cry when reading them aloud to my children.
Many of her titles are easily found on Amazon for under $20!
So without further ado, let's look at some of her books!
Five Picture Books by Susanna Isern
1) Cartas En El Bosque
This is my all-time favorite story by Isern. A sweet tale of a lonely postman who is constantly helping others mend relationships. When they community realizes what he's up to, they come together to let him know he is seen.
Author: Susanna Isern
Publisher: Cuento de Luz
ISBN: 978-84-16147-94-6
2) Oso Quiere Volar
When poor bear is determined to fly, the other animals laugh at his silly dream. But after seeing his perseverance and determination, the whole forest community comes together to help him accomplish his dreams.
Author: Susanna Isern
Publisher: Cuento de Luz
ISBN: 978-84-16147-44-1
3) Tren de Invierno
A lovely story of animals migrating south (on a train) when they realize they have accidentally left one friend in the cold north! If they turn around now, they might get stuck in the coming snow. Is rescuing their friend worth the risk?
Author: Susanna Isern
Publisher: Cuento de Luz
ISBN: 978-84-15784-80-7
4) Esto No Es Una Selva
When a little girl refuses to clean up after herself, her mother states in a fit of frustration that her room looks like a jungle. Then her room starts to change for real! Will the realities of jungle life bring about a change of heart?
Author: Susanna Isern
Publisher: Editorial Flamboyant
ISBN: 978-84-946035-2-5
5) La Musica Del Mar
After a terrible storm ravages a small seaside town, all the villagers leave except for one fisherman and his young daughter. As the two of them work to rebuild their lives, the music of the sea soothes their loneliness. This is a story of perseverance and hope.
Author: Susanna Isern
Publisher: Cuento de Luz
ISBN: 978-84-16733-27-9
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Now you know, if you're at the library, a bookstore, or shopping online, anything from Authentic Author Susanna Isern is worth taking home!
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