Episode 8 - Interview with Darlene P. Campos

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The Bilingual Book Buddies Podcast

Alicia Salazar, Silvia Lopez, Claudia Sloan

15 episodes

2 days ago

Bilingual Book Buddies is a podcast dedicated to celebrating bilingual children’s literature. Each episode features conversations with authors, illustrators, and many others involved in bringing bilingual books to life.

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Episode 8 - Interview with Darlene P. Campos

The Bilingual Book Buddies Podcast

32 minutes 20 seconds

2 months ago

Episode 8 - Interview with Darlene P. Campos

Darlene holds an MFA in Creative Writing from UTEP and a BA in English with a minor in medical studies fromUH. Her work goes far beyond her books — she has written short stories for educational companies likeAccelerate Education and Teacher Created Materials, and she collaborated with Literary Safari to create an original commissioned text for a majoreducational publisher, set to release in January 2026.

Darlene is also the co-founder of LatinxPitch, an online pitch event empowering Latinx authors to showcase their stories and voices.

Don’t miss this episode where we discuss her writing journey, her work in education, and the importance of representation in children’s literature.

Contact Darlene P. Campos

Website: https://www.darlenepcampos.com

Contact form: https://www.darlenepcampos.com/contact

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darlenepcampos

X (Twitter): https://x.com/DarleneCampos91

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarlenePCampos/

Meet Your Hosts:

Alicia Salazar – Mexican American children’s author andformer elementary school teacher. Author of the Camila the Star series, Alicia crafts stories that empower young readers.

Website: alicia-salazar.com

Facebook: Alicia Salazar Author

Instagram: @albricias123

Claudia Sloan – Mexican American artist, author, andillustrator known for her whimsical children’s books like Grey Ghost Mischief and We Are The Valley!. Claudia’s work celebrates Latinx culture and wellness.

Website: claudia-sloan.com

Instagram: @claudia.sloan

Silvia López – Cuban American author and former children’slibrarian. Silvia’s books, including Uno Más, One More: A Latino Retelling of an Old Scottish Ballad, and Queen of Tejano Music: Selena, highlight cultural heritage and diversity.

Website: silvialopezbooks.com

Instagram: @silvialopezbooks

Facebook: Silvia.Lopez.Writes

About Bilingual Book Buddies:

Bilingual Book Buddies is a podcast dedicated tocelebrating bilingual children’s literature. Each episode features conversations with authors, illustrators, and many others involved in bringing bilingual books to life.

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