Release of the Book Mariposa de Fuego: A Journey To Empowerment

This event presented readings of four bilingual poems from the book read by the author, and small performance of the Mariposa de Fuego and her friends Maripositas ( Child students).

There were three guest authors:

- Erica Castro
- Antoinette Vella Payne
- Maurissa Brown

Release, reading, signing and open mic of the book Áurea's first book.



"Her words speak from the heart, a feminist voice of strength, resilience and courage. Reflections of impactful, formative experiences, we are granted an intimate view of a modern woman with ties to two cultures. Insightful and hopeful, this is a journey of self discovery."

Parke Keeton