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Bailey, CEO of Art Impressions. “We are delighted to be
working with one of the foremost authors in this genre,
someone who can relate to the mission of the brand
and has been critically and commercially successful
attracting young readers of all backgrounds.” Cubanita,
a story about a young Cuban-American walking the
tightrope between her cultural traditions and a ‘normal
American life’, received a starred review in Booklist,
2005, and Backstage Pass was selected as an IRA Teen
Activity Gift Books
Choice novel in 2006. Ms. Triana is also a presenter
at the annual Chica Lit Conference for Latin American
run to camo shorts, graphic hoodies, and Goth-inspired
writers.
jewelry. “Goza la Fiesta!” utilizes more traditional Latin
color palettes and festive imagery—a tribute to the
The stories will bring Marrero’s “glamour girls” to
glamorous and energetic Mariana, who loves to throw
life. Readers will grow to love these chic muchachas,
parties. “Sweety” embraces a gentle and sophisticated
delightful individualists who share a sense of fun and
modern look, with subtle pinks, browns, and blues that
style. Like their Latina sisters, the Glamorosas love make-
complement the feminine and artistic Tita.
overs, colorful fashions, shopping, parties (especially
quinceañeras), and sleepovers.
Bold graphics and colorful patterns
They are comfortable in two
define Marrero’s designs, which
cultures and happily converse
selectively feature the girl characters
in a mixture of Spanish and
or upbeat Spanish or bilingual sayings.
English—Spanish when they
“Linda como una flower” decorates a
are sharing secrets, of course,
fashionable layered tank, while a diary
unless their mothers are around!
might proclaim “I have el poder!” on the
Just as importantly, they are the kind
cover. Whether designing apparel or
of girls of whom mami would approve—
accessories, stationery or
an important factor for this family-focused
cosmetics, Marrero
demographic.
skillfully combines a
Latin sensibility with an
Glamorosas Sisters Series will feature everyday stories
awareness of pop culture trends
about the girls doing what they do best—having fun!
and of-the-moment fashion
These 120-page books for tween readers start out with
sense gleaned from his work
the girls bringing their individual styles together to form
with clients such as Teen Vogue,
a rock band. They may not all be lead-chica material,
Teen Magazine, Seventeen,
but they learn that they each have unique strengths
Teen People, J-14, Twist,
important to a collaborative effort.
Girl’s Life, Elle, In Style and
Abercrombie & Fitch.
Fiction books will be complemented by a series of gift
books that Marrero has concepted with a ‘guidebook’
Glamorosas’ appealing
theme. Titled the “Glamorosas Ultimate Guide,” topics
characters, relevant themes,
include how to throw a pajama party, how to develop
and attention to the latest
your personal fashion style, and a DIY guide packed
trends positions this
with creative craft projects that tie into the Glamorosas
lifestyle brand to thrive in
characters’ interests and hobbies.
an underserved market, one
which is predicted to continue
The publishing program will complement and support
growing in both size and
licensed merchandise collections, many of which have
economic strength.
already been designed. Key target categories are
apparel and fashion accessories, cosmetics, school
supplies, stationery products, bedding and decorative
For information contact:
accessories, party goods, giftware, collectibles, and
Art Impressions, Inc.
mobile content. In developing his design collections,
Cindy Bailey
Marrero was inspired by the colorful personalities of
(818) 591 0105
his characters. “Rebelde,” for example, reflects the
cindy@artimpressionsinc.com
headstrong and loyal Isabel, whose style preferences
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