Emma Otheguy is a children's book author and historian.
Her picture book debut, a biography of famed Cuban poet and
independence leader José Martí, titled Martí's Song for Freedom
(Lee & Low Books), received five starred reviews and was named a
Best Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal and
the New York Public Library. She lives in New York City with her
husband.
emmaotheguy.com
Oliver Dominguez was born and raised in the South side of
Miami, where he spent his time reading comics, watching cartoons
and playing with action figures. In school, he was called "the
artist boy" because he always carried a huge portfolio. He studied
Illustration at Ringling College of Art + Design and spent two
summers attending in The Illustration Academy. Now his weeks are
spent working as a freelance artist, a children's book artist, and
illustrating his own stories. His love of historical figures has
lead him to illustrate two children's books called Electrical
Wizard: How Nikola Tesla Lit the World and Miracle Mud: Lena
Blackburne and The Secret Mud that Changed Baseball. He currently
lives in Fort Myers with his lovely wife Melissa, his adorable two
children Aubrey and Gage, and also his two dogs, Hazel and Houston.
When he is not illustrating, he indulges in books, movies, and an
appetite for unique hats.
www.oliver-dominguez.com
"An illuminating look at a pivotal contemporary figure." --Publishers Weekly "Otheguy successfully weaves Catholic concepts into the historical narrative . . . an uplifting and solidly researched book about a significant world leader." --Kirkus Reviews "Dominguez's stylized compositions and deft portraiture will hold audience attention, and Catholic religious educators will appreciate the warmth of this introduction." --BCCB "A sensitive portrayal of the revolutionary. . . . This book spotlights a steadfast hero and brilliant writer still worth admiring today." --Kirkus Reviews on MARTI'S SONG FOR FREEDOM "Otheguy introduces a new generation of readers to an important champion of human rights. . . . Will inspire many to fight for equality and sings songs for freedom." --Booklist on MARTI'S SONG FOR FREEDOM "[A] moving account." --Publishers Weekly on MARTI'S SONG FOR FREEDOM
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