Encapsulating the Breadth of Sentiment: Q&A with Ism��e Williams About Abuelo, the Sea, and Me

A pediatric cardiologist in the Bronx writes three young adult novels. Sounds like the set-up for a romantic comedy, does it not? But in the case of Ism��e Williams, it’s nothing but the truth. The co-founder of the 501(c)(3) Latinx Kidlit Book Festival has written YA books like This Train Is Being Held and shows no signs of stopping. No surprises there. What is surprising is Ms. Williams’ next move. As of yesterday, she has released her very first picture book. Abuelo, the Sea, and Me is the st...