Our story, our people, our books
It started with a group text and a copy of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao. Someone sent a message to a few friends: "Who wants to read this with me?" Nine people said yes, and Latinos Urbanos was born.
We're a book club that celebrates Latino literature in all its forms — fiction, memoir, poetry, and everything in between. We meet monthly to discuss what we've read, share our perspectives, and connect over the stories that shape our communities.
What started as a casual reading group has become something more: a space where we explore identity, culture, and belonging through the power of storytelling. Whether it's magical realism from Colombia or spoken-word poetry from the Bronx, every book opens a new conversation.
Built this website for the club. Hasn't stopped recommending books since day one. Believes every great conversation starts with a great story.
Favorite: The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
Wants the club to feel like a social network for readers. Always has ideas for new features and the energy to match.
Favorite: In the Time of the Butterflies
The connector. Thinks book reviews should merge with Instagram posts so nobody has to do extra work. Work smarter, not harder.
Favorite: The Poet X
Wants the club to reach all book lovers. Believes in building a community that's open, welcoming, and always growing.
Favorite: The House on Mango Street
Accessibility advocate. Wants the site to be easy to use for everyone who visits. Already dreaming about club merchandise.
Favorite: Dominicana
The UX champion. Believes the site should tell the Latinos Urbanos story cohesively, with every book review adding to the journey.
Favorite: One Hundred Years of Solitude
The quiet reader who surprises everyone with the deepest takes during discussion. Prefers letting the books speak for themselves.
Favorite: Bless Me, Ultima
Brings the historical perspective to every discussion. Loves books that explore the intersection of identity and place.
Favorite: Down These Mean Streets
The philosophical one. Always asking "but what does the author really mean?" Keeps the group thinking deeper.
Favorite: Signs Preceding the End of the World