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by Gama Valle Rosa (Author), Lorenzo Sangió (Illustrator)
Embark on a journey of love, family, and farewells in "Prohibido Llorar" by Gama Valle and Lorenzo Sangió . Follow Quiquito, a determined young boy, as he deals with his father's departure to another country and the overwhelming emotions that come with saying goodbye. This poignant tale beautifully captures the profound bond between father and son, showcasing the strength of love amidst change and distance.
Author Biography
Gama Valle is a Puerto Rican writer, director, playwright and casting director. He holds an M.F.A in Directing from The New School University. He was also the recipient of the Van Lier Directing Fellowship ' 10/' 11 at Repertorio Españ ol. Gama received the First Prize in playwriting from Puerto Rico's Institute of Culture (2008) for his play " Queishd&Dilit" . Gama published his first children's book, Pitu le baila al mar in 2021. Born in Milan, Lorenzo Sangio is an award-winning Italian illustrator. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Brescia and gained an MA in illustration for publishing from Ars In Fabula, in Macerata. He's currently a full-time picture book illustrator, winning several awards and his works have been exhibited in Italy and France.
