This week we are joined by Anika Fajardo, author of The Many Mothers of Dolores Moore, What If a Fish, Meet Me Halfway, and the memoir Magical Realism for Non-Believers. In this episode, Anika Fajardo shares her journey from growing up in Minnesota to exploring her Colombian roots, as well as discusses her path from teaching to becoming a librarian and eventually a published author.
This week we are joined by Anika Fajardo! Anika Fajardo is an award-winning writer born in Colombia and raised in Minnesota. Her debut novel for adult readers is The Many Mothers of Dolores Moore. She is also the author of the middle-grade books What If a Fish and Meet Me Halfway, as well as the memoir Magical Realism for Non-Believers.
In this episode, Anika Fajardo shares her journey from growing up in Minnesota to exploring her Colombian roots. She discusses her path from teaching to becoming a librarian and eventually a published author. Anika delves into her writing process, the inspiration behind her memoir and novels, and the challenges of navigating cultural identity. The conversation also touches on themes of motherhood, personal growth, and the influence of family heritage on her work. Join us for an insightful discussion on creativity, identity, and the power of storytelling.
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