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Sandra Cisneros’ New Novel ‘Martita, I Remember You’ Is A Love Letter To The Ones Left Behind

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Posted on September 27, 2021 · The "Godmother of Chicana literature" discusses her latest work, the value of solitude, travel, and more.

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