Ramas y Raices

<p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>In this inaugural anthology CALMA-the Colorado Alliance of Latino Mentors and Authors-presents an illuminating collection of poems short fiction and essays offering a compelling slice of Chicano history one part of our contribution to literatura latina. Twenty-four contributors share evocative impressions encompassing the breadth of universal themes: romantic love; the importance of family; duty; frustration and triumph; the search for self; and the never-ending struggle for justice. </span>We draw upon memories that refuse to remain buried and forgotten from recuerdos dating back centuries to recollections as recent as yesterday. </p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>This is an effort of inspiration filtered through lived experience and fantasy and brought forth through hard work and devotion. Prepare yourself un pan dulce y cafecito and step into the enchantment of </span><em style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Ramas y Raíces: The Best of CALMA</em><span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>.</span></p>