On Sunday, May 24, I was invited to take part in the First Book Fair organized by the Italian Society of Colón, Buenos Aires. We had a lovely outdoor conversation and, in addition to the books, we were able to enjoy the sun, which had been somewhat elusive lately.

Last weekend of FILBA in its 50th edition. I was there, enjoying—as always—the chance to meet readers and friends. This year, in addition, it was especially enjoyable because, as part of the 26th International Congress for the Promotion of Reading, I shared a panel with none other than Ezequiel Dellutri, Franco Vaccarini, and the warm … Read more

I had been dreaming of it for years, and this time I had the immense joy of going to the Bologna Children’s Book Fair. It is a fireworks display. There are so many stimuli that you have to ask your body to hold on and be patient while it processes everything. I ran into people … Read more

My happiness grows to make room for this beautiful news. What a joy it is to know that Bombay — the book I wrote and that the wonderful Isol brought to life with her illustrations — has been included among the books recommended by the Hans Christian Andersen jury. For the 2026 edition, the jury … Read more

This year brought me some truly happy news — and the joy was doubled. Astronautas was honored among the winners of the Fundación Cuatrogatos award, and I feel deeply grateful for that recognition. It means a great deal to me that this book, born from imagination, wonder, distance, and the mystery of meeting one another … Read more

I was at FIL, sharing unforgettable moments, meeting so many people, and having the chance to be face to face with the talented illustrators of my latest books: Mariana Alcántara, Mercè Galí, and Amanda Mijangos. A true celebration.

At FIL Guadalajara, I presented two books published by Fondo de Cultura Económica: Kanghuru and The Rabbits’ Game. The editors joined me. Two different readings, and the same warm, friendly conversation.

This year, for the first time, IBBY has its own stand at FIL Guadalajara. I was there—so happy to see my name among the nominees for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida por IBBY International (@ibby.international) Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida por IBBY International … Read more

Talk with the audience and the participation of the Storytelling Grandmothers.

The publisher Caissa Italia (@caissaitaliakids) has just released Esa Cuchara under the title Un cucchiaio pieno di storie, with an Italian translation by Yuri Garrett. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida por Sandra Siemens (@siemens_sandra) Ver esta publicación en Instagram Una publicación compartida por Caissa Italia KIDS (@caissaitaliakids)