Matt de la Peña, author of The Living
Matt de la Peña wrote a wonderful essay about a young man he encountered at a Texas junior high school and the impact literature and creativity has had on his life. To read this essay click HERE.
Matt de la Peña is the author of five Young Adult books including Balls Don’t Lie, Mexican Whiteboy and his most recent, The Living. Inviting an author such as Matt de la Peña to your literary event can enrich your programming. Books In Common can help you set up a speaking event, contact us for more information.
