Hispanic Star: Bad Bunny - by Claudia Romo Edelman & Ann Dávila Cardinal

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Read about Bad Bunny, known as the King of Latin Trap, who is among the most groundbreaking and iconic Latinx heroes to have shaped our culture and the world in the latest installment of the Hispanic Star's series of engaging, illustrated biography for young readers.

Meet Grammy Award Winner Bad Bunny--once just a kid called Benito from the Almirante Sur barrio of Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. The oldest of three brothers, Benito grew up in a family that valued music, charity, and being true to oneself--beliefs he carries with him to this day. Following his rise to fame in 2017, Bad Bunny was recognized as the King of Latin Trap and became the first non-English-language act to be Spotify's most-streamed artist of the year, leading the list from 2020 to 2022. An emblem of his generation, Bad Bunny shows that you can be exactly who you are and follow your passions wherever they may lead you.

If you can see it, you can be it.

Hispanic Star proudly celebrates Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have made remarkable contributions to American culture and have been undeniable forces in shaping its future.

Review Quotes

PRAISE FOR THE HISPANIC STAR SERIES
Hispanic Star: Sonia Sotomayor and Hispanic Star: Ellen Ochoa
"With plenty of white space and illustrations sprinkled throughout, these titles are accessible for young researchers...The books end with "Did you know" sections that share cool facts and relevant web links. This series continues to impress." - School Library Journal

Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente
A Junior Library Guild Selection
★ "A sense of warmth and pride radiates through this telling, and even non-sports fans will be drawn in. . . Well-crafted and accessible." - School Library Journal, starred review
"Highlighted issues of racism [add] context to his times and luster to his achievements." - Kirkus

Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz
A Kirkus Best of the Year books for Middle Grade selection
A Teacher & Librarian FAVORITES 3rd-5th Grade selection
★ "A lyrical, informative chapter book biography of Celia Cruz, the Queen of -Salsa. . . A must-purchase for all nonfiction shelves. Browsable and report-ready, this series debut brings the sweet story of la Reina de la Salsa to life. ¡Azúúúcar!" - School Library Journal, starred review
★ "Engaging illustrations and informative sidebars further enrich the heartfelt informational text. Positive affirmations are sprinkled throughout the book; readers will come away inspired to follow Celia's positive example. . . A compelling look at the radiant life of La Reina de la Salsa." - Kirkus, starred review

Hispanic Star en español: Celia Cruz
"An excellent addition to Spanish-language biography collections for youth, focusing on a legendary figure of music who impacted not only Latin America, but the world as well." - School Library Journal

Hispanic Star: Sylvia Rivera and Hispanic Star en español: Sylvia Rivera
A 2024 Américas Award Honor for Children's and Young Adult Literature
"This is a welcome middle-grade biography of a figure who has long been due one." - Mombian, "New LGBTQ Kids' Books"

Hispanic Star: Selena Gomez
"Discussions of Gomez's physical and mental illness are refreshingly frank and empathetic. . . A story of passion and perseverance that will inspire the star's fans and newcomers alike." - Kirkus

About the Author

CLAUDIA ROMO EDELMAN is the founder of the We Are All Human Foundation and Hispanic Star and has worked for twenty-five years with internationally recognized institutions, including the United Nations, the Global Fund, the World Economic Forum, and UNICEF. She's led some of the most successful global campaigns in the last decade, including Product (RED), the launch of the Sustainable Development Goals in collaboration with the United Nations, the creation of the SDG Lions, and the rebranding of the UN Refugee Agency. Learn more at hispanicstar.org.

ANN DÁVILA CARDINAL is a Puerto Rican writer and author of Category Five, Breakup from Hell, The Storyteller's Death, We Need No Wings, and the Bram Stoker Award finalist Five Midnights. Ann has received numerous literary awards, including two International Latino Book Awards. Ann lives in Vermont and is usually the only person in her small town blasting Bad Bunny's music. Visit her at anndavilacardinal.com.