5 Latin American authors to read on International Women's Day

One of Malala Yousafzai's most iconic phrases is "our books and our pens are the most powerful weapons" and, to commemorate International Women's Day, we bring you the recommendation of five books written by Latin American women.

From Verónica Gerber Bicecci to Nuri Abramowicz, these Latin American women are an inspiration and, to learn about their work, the book subscription service Scribd recommends the following list with five outstanding authors of our generation.

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Books to commemorate International Women's Day

'Black' by Wendy Guerra

Buy it for: 

MX$ 291 or 

USD$14.70

It is considered one of the best works written by a Latina author.

Its creator, Wendy Guerra, recounts the experiences of Nirvana del Risco, a black woman who makes her way through the racial prejudice rooted in Cuba, to then embark on an adventure in Europe.

'Empty Set' by Veronica Gerber Bicecci

Buy it for: 

MX$ 347 or

USD$20.63

This book collects some of the personal experiences of its author.

A work elaborated between an exquisite mixture of visual and literary art to explore the forms of government and exile in all its extension, since she is the daughter of Argentine exiles who settled in Mexico.

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'The Phantom' by Nuri Abramowicz

Buy it for: 

MX$ 134

Starring Amanda Kohen, a 30-year-old woman used to walking without hesitation, until one day her life took a 180-degree turn.

This title impregnated with humor and satire was born from the pen of Nuri Abramowicz, Argentine screenwriter and astrologer.

'The animal siege' by Vanessa Londoño

Buy it for: 

MX$167 or

USD$8.36

It was written by Colombian

 In her literary debut, the prominent journalist portrays the violent face of her country in an imaginary city: Hukuméij, a region where human beings experience pleasure and desire, but at the same time are burdened by violence. .

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'The things we lost in the fire' by Mariana Enríquez

Buy it for: 

MX$385 or

$10.99 USD

This book is a magnificent compilation of stories surrounded by supernatural things and murders to make everyday life a real nightmare.

Discover this book written by Argentinean Mariana Enríquez, a world-renowned figure in contemporary literature.

After reading these great stories, you will surely want to know the stories of other women who left their mark on books.

What is your favorite Latin American writer?

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