Welcome Home, Esmerelda

Coming May 13, 2025. Pre-order today! By: Daniela Ramirez / Illustrated by: Maribel Lechuga It's time to go home—but Esmerelda's never been there. Papa's job in the military has taken Esmerelda and her family all over the world—and yet she's never lived in the United States. Now she and her family are moving to San Antonio, Texas. Although many of her extended family members live there, Esmerelda is unsure it'll feel like home. Even more, she's unsure she will fit in. Gradually, music and her sweet abuela spark bravery and the realization that home is not always a place—it's familia. Heartwarming and hopeful, Welcome Home, Esmerelda will provide reassurance to any kid that while moving and change are difficult, you have the support of loved ones to help you through it. If you like this book, you’ll enjoy these: Ten Beautiful Things Forever Cousins [TABS] Look Inside Downloadables Download the Cover Author & Illustrator Daniela Ramirez, author Daniela Ramirez has a passion for writing books for children. She is Mexican American and excited to share her culture. Daniela loves writing Latine characters and wishes to inspire her own children. She is married to her college sweetheart, is a military spouse, and currently resides in New Mexico. Read more about Daniela. Maribel Lechuga, illustrator As a child, Maribel Lechuga spent every quiet hour of the day drawing. She studied illustration in art school in Madrid and is now the illustrator of many children's books, including Night Owl Night, Ten Beautiful Things, and Seaside Stroll. Maribel loves the environment and animals and recharges her batteries by hiking through the Spanish hills. Read more about Maribel. Awards & Honors Coming soon! Editorial Reviews Coming soon! Details English Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-62354-390-7 Spanish Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-62354-438-6 Ages: 6–9 Page count: 32 9 x 9 Publication date: May 13, 2025 [/TABS]