“Chicano Frankenstein” is out in the world!

 

On March 5, my eleventh book, Chicano Frankenstein, was published by Forest Avenue Press of Portland, Oregon. 

The next night, we had our official book launch at Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena. We packed the house! I was interviewed by the wonderful writer, Désirée Zamorano. 

I want to thank Vroman’s and all of my friends, family, and strangers who showed up in the pouring rain to celebrate my new book. 

Here are a few photos of the evening. You will recognize some of the faces, no doubt. And if you missed it, Vroman’s has autographed copies available in store or online.

And a few days later, it was off to the Tucson Festival of Books where I signed copies of Chicano Frankenstein and saw old friends. I also got to celebrate with my publisher, Laura Stanfill, and her husband, Jonathan. What a lovely time!

 

I have many more events set for this year with more being planned, so if you missed me at Vroman’s or the Tucson Festival of Books, there will be other opportunities. Check out my website for my events page. Also, if you are interested in having me as a guest on a panel, classroom presentation, or other literary events, drop me a line at olivasdan (at) aol.com.

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In other news, the venerable Teatro Espejo in Sacramento will be producing the world premiere of my play, Waiting for Godínez. The play will run each Friday, Saturday and Sunday from April 5 to 21. You may purchase tickets here. My play had previously been produced in readings in Los Angeles and New York, but this is the first fully staged production (an abridged version was staged in 2021 by Playwrights' Arena under the title Waiting in light of pandemic protocols). We have a magnificent director and cast! I will be attending the April 13th performance and will participate in a talkback afterwards. I hope you can join us for an evening of live theatre!