Today's Inspired Young Latina Vol. 5
A book by Jacqueline S. Ruiz and Alexandria Rios Taylor. Foreword by Perla Tamez Casasnovas.
Inspired by the wildly successful and internationally acclaimed Today’s Inspired Latina series, Today’s Inspired Young Latina offers a compelling, hopeful collection of personal stories from the new generation that will activate your passion, wherever you are in life. With wisdom beyond their years, these young authors show us that age is no obstacle for overcoming adversity and reaching for dreams. Their stories will encourage people ages 8 to 80 to stay strong, live wisely, and always pursue their heart’s desire.
The Contributing Authors:
Margarita Alcaraz
“Échale ganas, mamita, y lograrás todo lo que tú quieras hacer.”
Julissa Hernandez Alejandre
“You deserve every opportunity that comes your way, and you deserve to take it.”
Zuleyka Ayala
“The journey to self-discovery is the most important journey you’ll ever take. It’s the only journey that you can’t fake and you can’t delegate. It’s the only journey that makes all the difference.” — America Ferrera
Brianna Rodriguez
“There is no limit for me, and I will gladly build steps to a ladder never intended for me.”
Stephanie Herrera
“Let love be your guide to heal”
Isabel Castro
“Persevere through adversity, be eternally blooming.”
Brenda Bedolla
“Trust the process—your happiness and liberation await you on the other side.”
María José Nataren Romero
“Caminante, no hay puentes, se hacen puentes al andar.” — Gloria Anzaldúa
Isabella Cooper
“Finding strength in my dual heritage, I’ve learned that self-acceptance is my greatest power.”
Michelle Ribadeneira, MSW, M.S.Ed
“Your voice is your identity. It reveals everything about who you are, how you feel, and what you stand for.” — Erin Brockovich
Jasabel Jacqueline Ramirez
“Take back your power.”
Alexis Mencos
“You are my other me. If I harm you, I harm myself. If I love and respect you, I love and respect myself.” — Luis Valdez
Alina Andino
“You are what you love, not who loves you.” — Fall Out Boy
Katherine Andrea Marin-Sibon
“The most challenging step of making any dream come true is to believe that it could be you who makes it happen.”
Arlys Tineo
“It was a domino effect of inspiration.”
Mili Isaza
“Your moment will come, no matter how long it takes, stay committed to your goals, and be flexible in your approach.”
SHARE YOUR INSPIRED MOMENT WITH US!
We are on a mission to share your stories! Take a moment to fill out this form to share an experience that impacted you as a young person. Think of a time when you met with a mentor, received critical advice, created a new project, helped someone in need, led an initiative that motivated others, a moment when you felt inspired!
We want to hear from you. Help us continue to spread the magic in our community.
You will have a chance to be featured on our social media page or perhaps a book in the future!