Dr. Ivelisse Rodriguez, author of Love War Stories, on the writers who are changing the topography of Puerto Rican literature Flickr In 1916, Bernardo Vega boards a… Read more “16 Puerto Rican Women and Non-Binary Writers Telling New Stories”
Author: Eleanor Parker Sapia
Puerto Rican-born, Eleanor Parker Sapia is the author of the award-winning, historical novel, A DECENT WOMAN, published by Sixth Street River Press. The book is a Finalist in the 2016 International Latino Book Award with Latino Literacy Now, and was Book of the Month with Las Comadres and Friends National Latino Book Club. She is featured in the award-winning anthology, Latino Authors and Their Muses, edited by Mayra Calvani. Eleanor is currently working on her second book, The Laments, set in 1927 Puerto Rico.
Eleanor is a writer, artist, photographer, and blogger, who is never without a pen, notebook, and her camera. Her wonderful adult children are doing wonderful things in the world, which allows Eleanor the blessing of writing full time.
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Please visit Eleanor at her website: http://www.eleanorparkersapia.com
The Mess of Knots: Ponce, Patriarchy, and La Mujer Mala: An Interview with Eleanor Parker Sapia Email Facebook Twitter Google Plus LinkedIn Ivelisse Rodriguez, PhD Editor’s note: This interview is the… Read more
Puerto Rico: It’s Better Than Nothing?
My two cents today: From what I’ve read and heard, officials on the island, mayors in PR, first responders, members of the National Guard and the US… Read more “Puerto Rico: It’s Better Than Nothing?”
Hurricane Maria: Jangled Nerves and Prayers
My thoughts and prayers are with those affected by Hurricane Harvey, Irma, and Maria in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean islands. Today, I’m thinking… Read more “Hurricane Maria: Jangled Nerves and Prayers”
2017 International Latino Book Awards
I am honored and pleased to share exciting book news with you! My novel, A Decent Woman, set in 1900 Ponce, Puerto Rico, was awarded Second Place for… Read more “2017 International Latino Book Awards”
The 19th International Latino Book Awards: A Reflection of the Quality of Books By & For Latinos
The 19th International Latino Book Awards: A Reflection of the Quality of Books By & For Latinos By Kirk Whisler … Read more “The 19th International Latino Book Awards: A Reflection of the Quality of Books By & For Latinos”
2017 International Latino Book Award Finalist – A Decent Woman
Buenos días! Yesterday morning, I was humbled to learn my debut novel, A Decent Woman, set in turn of the century Puerto Rico, is a finalist in… Read more “2017 International Latino Book Award Finalist – A Decent Woman”
Leary, But Hopeful New Year Musings
The Capacon River, West Virginia What a year. 2016 was a roller coaster of a year, chock full of ups and downs, perilous and hairpin turns, sad… Read more “Leary, But Hopeful New Year Musings”
My Writing Life: How I Made It Happen
The research material for my work in progress, The Laments of Sister Maria Inmaculada, rests in three full notebooks, scribbled on scraps of paper, and written on… Read more “My Writing Life: How I Made It Happen”
