David wrote: "Spanish from Spain = french = german = italian ... Are all of them hispanic (US concept)?"

Hispanic is usually used in reference to countries that speak Spanish, are of Spanish descent, or influenced in some way by the culture. Countries in Latin America that speak the language are also considered Hispanic. In Spanish, we don't call ourselves Spanish speakers, we say Hispanic speakers (Hispano hablantes) - like in English you'd say you are Anglophones.

No, in English I say American, being from the USofA, as shameful as it is to admit. People rarely refer to themselves in such academic terms like Anglophone or Francophone.

I'm a Latina author, originally from South America,
Here's the link to my novels:
amazon.com/author/sandragluschankoff

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...

Victoria (RedsCat) wrote: "abby wrote: "“When asked about their preferred pan-ethnic term to describe the Hispanic or Latino population, a vast majority of adults say they prefer other terms over Latinx. Only 4%, according t..."

How does one book change the fact that 96% of people the term Latinx is supposed to include don’t want to be called that.

It’s a non preferred term and the stubborn insistence on making it a thing is honestly almost disrespectful.

Thank you for using the term LatinX! I love the inclusivity. 🥰

Podemos volver al tema de los libros?? Can we go back to the subject of books and help promote Latino books?

I don't know how easy it would be to find this book, but there's a compendium of short stories by Miranda Merced (editorial en Puerto Rico that's called, "Armarios de Alquiler" which I loved, published in 2013.

I love how she writes. It has a "rhythm."
Here's an excerpt:

https://confesiones1.blogspot.com/201...

abby wrote: "“When asked about their preferred pan-ethnic term to describe the Hispanic or Latino population, a vast majority of adults say they prefer other terms over Latinx. Only 4%, according to the new sur..."

1+ totally agree!

John wrote: "Please consider the novel of historical fiction The Shape of Courage ,published in March 2020.

Please don’t use the word Latinx, since it doesn’t exist in either English or Spanish. Check your dic..."

All,

We are here to talk about books by some highly creative authors, who happen to be infused with our flavorful descent, not to argue about labels. I am sure the stories are more important and diverse than the commentary you list here. Let's focus on that.

Tony Brunal

Tony wrote: "All,

We are here to talk about books by some highly creative authors, who happen to be infused with our flavorful descent, not argue about labels. I am sure the stories more important and diverse ..."

Marsha,

I get your intent and we are all thankful. It just seems the purpose of this post get's spun away from the topic for authors to get their ideas shared.

Tony Brunal

I recommend Spanish writer Maria Dueñas

John wrote: "Please consider the novel of historical fiction The Shape of Courage ,published in March 2020.

Please don’t use the word Latinx, since it doesn’t exist in either English or Spanish. Check your dic..."

But it does exist in the English language now. As do many new words as a more accurate depiction of previous terminology, or as a more inclusive term or word.

Me encantaria si me pueden recomendar libros de cocina Hispana, especialmente si contienen la comida tradicional de su pais. Muchas gracias!

it is a sure sign of our time that everybody is discussing a denomination and nobody the books on the list.

It's a gender-neutral or nonbinary alternative to Latino or Latina

Leslie wrote: "Please explain the use of Latinx and what it means Thanks"

All,

Let's all concentrate on discussing the great authors on this page. They've taken the time to read, write and provide insight into their experiences. Everyone is welcomed.

Tony Brunal

Going back to the topic of Hispanic authors. When I was in school (many, many years ago) the Spanish novels that were part of the curriculum were "El Cid Campeador, Don Quijote, Marianela, La Celestina, El Lazarillo de Tormes to name a few. When my children went to school, they were taught the same Spanish novels as part of the Spanish literature class. I wonder if these same novels are taught still now or have we modernized our education to include other worthy novels.

We have great authors. I adore Allende. I will be reading, "A Long Petal of the Sea." And I will be choosing another book by one of the authors shown here. Please lets take time to celebrate and support our Hispanic authors.

Latinx is not a real word. Use Latin people, or "Latinos and Latinas" or Spanish/Portuguese speakers.

“Instead of using the masculine and feminine endings (Latino or Latina), the current use is "x" to denote both genders.”

I am sorry, what? Thank god my language is far out of reach from you people.

Lisa wrote: "I’m Mexican -American and I don’t like to be called Hispanic or Latinx, I prefer Latina or Chicana, period. People need to stop trying to reinvent the wheel. Some things are better left Untouched."

The funniest thing is that the guys who invented this “x” nonsense see themselves as white saviors. It’s like they’re saying “you’re too stupid to realize how backwards your language is, with all this gender morphology stuff, but we are here to rescue you. We, your progressive white friends, will tell you, how to speak in your language from now on”.

Leslie wrote: "Please explain the use of Latinx and what it means Thanks"

A term invented by woke white people that don't speak Spanish that believe they know better than Latin Americans like myself and wish to change our language and heritage to tick a woke box.

The problem is not only Latin Americans don't either have a need to change their language (I like Spanish the way it is) to accomodate sjw that culturally are too different from mainstream Latin American society, Latin Americans don't like rich upper middle class gringos telling them what to do or day and one that hits me home as a Mexican: it is not possible to pronounce it in Spanish.

Wokestannis are so woke they don't realize the X has at least 8 different pronounciations depending on loanwords and this is just Mexico alone. Holbox, Xalapa, Xochimilco, Xavi, excalibur, Xpu-Ha... the X is pronounced differently in each word and if you use the wrong way, people will not understand you.

How could I pronounce it? Latinish? Latinha? Latinosh? Latinox? Latinoz? (Lol) Latinho? Latins? Latinzha? Latinzh? Latin-ex? Latin-equus? Latin-equis? Latinesquio? Latinzho? Latinchi? Latincalli? I could go on forever with alternate possible Mexican pronounciation vatiants.

Maybe go even full cycle and dabble other country pronounciation perks. A Guatemalan might end up calling it Latinawhooo. You gotta really roll the O or else they will just look at you funny. Learned that the hard way while backpacking in that country 8 years ago. At least the locals just stared at me with bewildered pity than laughter. Good times.

Even in English speaking majority countries, the term is widely unpopular among Latin Americans.

And no, not every Latin American is hispanic. Mitt Romney could become a mexican citizen anytime because his grandfather was a citizen. Zero Spanish blood. Mexico has around 1 million Ashkenazi jews and at least 100,000 Mennonites of 100% German and Dutch ancestry. Argentina has millions pf citizens with Italian and German ancestry. And pf course neither pureblood blacks or indigenous people would qualify. And of course Chinese immigrants live all over Latin America. Some source argue if Brazilians pf Portuguese count as hispanic. Some people say yes and others say no.

I'm Latina. I live in Latinoamérica and I dont really care if you call it Latina or Latinx ( how do you pronounce it again?). Instead of fighting about the-evil-white-people-appropiating-everything, why not celebrate this month and recommend some books on this list? 😊

Wendy wrote: "I'm Latina. I live in Latinoamérica and I dont really care if you call it Latina or Latinx ( how do you pronounce it again?). Instead of fighting about the-evil-white-people-appropiating-everything..."

Carajo, gracias! Lets talk books. We have this opportunity to show a light on books written by our compatriotas. Lets do it.

J wrote: "Sure, let’s talk about books. We already are. Look at the most recent releases on this list, they all have “Latinx” in the description. It’s great that you don’t take issue with the term, but allow..."

So which of the books did you like best? I have my eye in "Mexican Gothic" as well as "The Last Train to Key West." They both look interesting-- though I must confess that I'm more of a mystery/suspense reader. I'm open to suggestions.

Imagine being so "woke" that you try to force a made up word (latinx) on Latin people.
Just stop for a second, and take a good look at yourself. You are trying to force Latin people to change their culture and use a term to identify themselves, a term *YOU MADE UP* to look like you are "woke" and fighting for "social justice", etc.
Please stop. Take a hint. Let Latin people call themselves as they please. Stop trying to force Latin people to speak on terms you make up. That's not very woke or "progressive", is it? More like "regressive" if you think about it.

I’m going to read Mexican Gothic and Island Affair❣️🧡

Not being ugly but I’m just curious …what does Latrinx mean?

Tony wrote: "All,

please watch my book trailer for The King's Tower.

https://youtu.be/SEEh6qd6EBs

Thank you,

Tony Brunal"

I might check it out but you shouldn’t promote yourself on comments.

John wrote: "Please consider the novel of historical fiction The Shape of Courage ,published in March 2020.

Please don’t use the word Latinx, since it doesn’t exist in either English or Spanish. Check your dic..."

It's something many latinos prefer. You may as well adapt.

Elizabeth wrote: "John wrote: "Please consider the novel of historical fiction The Shape of Courage ,published in March 2020.

Please don’t use the word Latinx, since it doesn’t exist in either English or Spanish. C..."

I had never heard the term, Latinx. But you can’t be a word police about it either!

Yaaresse wrote: "Marina wrote: "Are portuguese and Italian hispanic or latinx?"

Referring to the AP Stylebook, which most news media uses, "Hispanic" as being from a Spanish-speaking country and "Latino/a" as bein..."

The Pulse nightclub shooting happened in 2016, not 2006.

You probably should have replied to John, the person who made the comment.

It makes me sad. Latinos don't have that many opportunities out there. We are a token presence in movies and TV, in music and books too, especially for awards where we're almost non-existent. And yet, instead of promoting these fabulous books by our "compatriotas" this thread has done anything but that. Bendito, lets talk books and lets promote these authors. I apologize in advance if I offend anyone with that comment, but it's Hispanic Heritage month and we should celebrate it, and celebrate these authors, too.

I loved You Had Me at Hola.

MK wrote: "I loved You Had Me at Hola."

MK wrote: "I loved You Had Me at Hola."

I have an amount of friends in my reading group that are reading it. They have been raving about it.

Please stop promoting Mark Oshiro https://failfandomanon.fandom.com/wik...

Adrianamae wrote: "It makes me sad. Latinos don't have that many opportunities out there. We are a token presence in movies and TV, in music and books too, especially for awards where we're almost non-existent. And y..."

Well said! Bring on the stories and novels!

Sally wrote: "Please stop promoting Mark Oshiro https://failfandomanon.fandom.com/wik..."

Is the author Latino? If he is, then yes, I will promote him, if I can. That's what this topic is about, promoting Latinos and their books.

Do you want to talk about the last book you read that was written by a Latino author? I'm game.