A Light for Lucinda: A Story from the Cuban Revolution by Herrera, Olga
A Light for Lucinda: A Story from the Cuban Revolution by Herrera, Olga

A Light for Lucinda: A Story from the Cuban Revolution

A heartfelt story that highlights the ever-present love and comfort a family brings one another during a...
$22.78 USD
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Author: Olga Herrera
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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A Light for Lucinda: A Story from the Cuban Revolution by Herrera, Olga

A Light for Lucinda: A Story from the Cuban Revolution

$22.78
A Light for Lucinda: A Story from the Cuban Revolution by Herrera, Olga

A Light for Lucinda: A Story from the Cuban Revolution

$22.78
Author: Olga Herrera
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description
A heartfelt story that highlights the ever-present love and comfort a family brings one another during a time of uncertainty and strife.

Set during the Cuban Revolution, this lyrical picture book for 6-to-9-year-olds balances the experience of upheaval and hardship with the hope of brighter days ahead.

When military violence erupts in the streets outside Lucinda's home, the family joins together, pushing furniture against doors, filling cracks with wet napkins, and lighting candles when met with darkness. Amidst the blasts and cries, Lucinda's heart taps against her chest. Mamá's spoon taps against her sizzling pan. How can she cook when so much is happening outside?

A Light for Lucinda honors the human instinct to provide order and stability during times of chaos and strife with poignant, uplifting storytelling.

Also available in Spanish as Una luz para Lucinda.

Author: Olga Herrera
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Published: 06/09/2026
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.20h x 8.30w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781623547592
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2026
School Library Journal 04/01/2026 pg. 61
Booklist 06/01/2026

About the Author
Olga Herrera is a Cuban and Ecuadorian author-illustrator who earned her BFA from Ringling College of Art and Design. She cofounded Illo Chat, a podcast for illustrators, and is an active, long-time member of the SCBWI. She was born in Miami, Florida, and grew up in Ecuador. She now lives in Maryland with her husband, two children, and many pets. Her debut picturebook, The Unwelcome Surprise, was published by Feiwel & Friends/Macmillan in 2023.
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