Letters in Charcoal
In the pueblo of Palenque in Colombia, hardly anybody knows how to read. Curious about the letters her older sister Gina receives from a young doctor each month—letters that she is sure contain promises of love—one young girl makes a decision that will change her life, and the lives of every child in the pueblo, forever.
With the help of Señor Velandia, the owner of the village shop, she will slowly unlock the letters of the alphabet and discover the magic of reading. And soon she will make a discovery that is more miraculous still—that letters are literally all around her.
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Awards
- The Carnegie Medal for Illustration 2025 Shortlist
- Notable AwardNotable Award 2024 USBBY Outstanding International Book
Reviews
The Horn Book Magazine
“[A] quietly empowering ode to literacy.”—The Horn Book Magazine
Kirkus Reviews
“Vasco’s narrative reminds readers that even in the face of lost connections, the joy of reading can light the way to a brighter future. A heartfelt tale that captures the transformative power of education.”—Kirkus Reviews
