Pasadena author draws on Afro-Costa Rican roots to bring rare children’s story to life: Book Corner – Los Angeles Wave Newspaper Group

Pasadena author draws on Afro-Costa Rican roots to bring rare children’s story to life: Book Corner – Los Angeles Wave Newspaper Group

In her second adventure, 8-year-old Yoli explores Puerto Limón, Costa Rica, where a lively celebration of Afro-Caribbean culture deepens her understanding of heritage and community.  That’s the basis for “La Tica Morenita: Traditional Dishes and the Day for People of African Descent” by Y.B. Blake León. It was inspired by the author’s Afro-Costa Rican roots and the rich cultural traditions she grew up with.  “I wanted to capture the joy, rhythm …