Calling teachers and librarians who know that their students are as in love with music as much as Cruzita from Cruzita and the Mariacheros , and Alondra from Choir Grrrl (February 3, 2026). I'm offering free 20-minute virtual sessions for World Read Aloud Day on February 4, 2026. Please use the Contact page, or send an email to: hello@ashleygranillo.com I'll happily respond and try to schedule your class for the times provided, permitting there is space.

The committee of ALSC identifies Cruzita and the Mariacheros as one of "the best of the best" in children's media. The complete list for the 2025 ALSC Notable Children's Books .

Screenshot of the YMA Award press release On Monday, January 27th, 2025, Ashley and her debut novel, Cruzita and the Mariacheros, received the Belpré Children's Author Honor Book award.

Audiobook News Cruzita and the Mariacheros was released on June 11th, 2024 from Tantor Media narrated by the talented EJ Lavery. Author Events Ashley will be at two events at the end of June. 10th Anniversary Celebration of Pico Branch Library Come celebrate Pico Branch Library's 10th Anniversary. Live performances by the Santa Monica Youth Orchestra Mariachi Band and a reading and signing by Ashley Granillo will commemorate the event. Author Meet and Greet at ALA Conference

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