Sonido Reyes – författare

No one knows Yami is gay, least of all her mum, and Yami intends to keep it that way . . . Until, uh oh, she's falling in love again.Yami prefers to be known for her killer eyeliner, not for being one of the only Mexican kids at her new, mostly white, rich Catholic school - or for being gay. So after being outed by her ex-best friend, before transferring to Slayton Catholic, Yami decides to lie low, make her mum proud and definitely NOT fall in love. The thing is, it's hard to fake being straight when Bo, the only openly queer girl at school, is so annoyingly perfect. And smart. And cute. So cute.Told in a captivating voice that is by turns hilarious, vulnerable, and searingly honest, The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School explores the joys and heartaches of living your full truth out loud.' Sonido's voice is one to watch!' Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin''This book is a warm, protective hug.' Aiden Thomas, New York Times Bestselling author of Cemetery Boys

What happens when the weight of words are too heavy to hold that voicing them seems impossible? From the bestselling author The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School comes a revenge story told with nuance, heart, and the possibility of healing.Ariana Ruiz wants to be noticed. But as an autistic girl who never talks, she goes largely ignored by her peers-despite her bold fashion choices. So when cute, popular Luis starts to pay attention to her, Ari finally feels seen.Luis's attention soon turns to something more, and they have sex at a party-while Ari didn't say no, she definitely didn't say yes. Before she has a chance to process what happened and decide if she even has the right to be mad at Luis, the rumour mill begins churning and boys at school now see Ari as an easy target, someone who won't say no.Through a mysterious note in her locker and an unexpected Tumblr follower, it becomes apparent that Ari is one of many who have been assaulted by Luis. And so a group of unlikely students come together, determined to expose Luis for the predator he is. In the process, a once lonely Ari, finds herself with an eclectic group of genuine friends, including her growing feelings for the very last girl she expected to fall for.But in order to take Luis down, she'll have to come to terms with the truth of what he did to her that night-and risk everything to see justice done.'Sonora's voice is one to watch!' Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin''A fresh story exploring timely issues.' Kirkus'Biting prose and insightful discussions of accountability, explicit consent, and what that looks like for one neurodivergent teen, Reyes crafts a thrilling tale of vengeance.' Publishers Weekly

From bestselling author Sonido Reyes comes a poignant and searingly honest companion novel to the multi-award-winning The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School.Seventeen-year-old Cesar Flores is finally ready to win back his ex-boyfriend. Since breaking up with Jamal in an attempt to stay in the closet, he's come out to his mother and his sister Yami, as well as their friends. He's been diligent in taking medication to help manage his bipolar. And after months of unpacking their relationship in their sessions, Cesar has his therapist's blessing to reunite with Jamal.Everything would be perfect if it weren't for The Thoughts, the ones that won't let all his Catholic guilt and internalised homophobia stay buried. The louder they become, the more Cesar is once again convinced that he doesn't deserve someone like Jamal, or anyone for that matter.Cesar might be able to conceal his shame behind lighthearted jokes and his gifted reputation, but when a manic episode makes his inner turmoil impossible to hide, he's faced with a stark choice. He can either burn every bridge he has left or, more frighteningly, ask for help. Is the vulnerability of being loved by the people he's hurt the most a risk he's willing to take?Praise:'This is Sonido Reyes at their absolute best.' Aiden Thomas, New York Times bestselling author of Cemetery Boys'The Golden Boy's Guide to Bipolar will make you shed a tear and tug at your heartstrings.' Adiba Jaigirdar, award-winning author of The Henna Wars'Sometimes you come across a book that speaks to you in a way that truly, fully, and uniquely gets you. For me, this is that book.' Jonny Garza Villa, Stonewall Award-winning author of Canto Contigo'An unapologetically real and necessary read.' Julian Winters, award-winning author of Right Where I Left You'Filled with endless compassion, this book can, and will, save lives.' Alechia Dow, author of The Sound of Stars'A heartachingly raw journey of introspection that threads together humor and authenticity.' A. M. Woody, author of They Hate Each Other