  
             My name is Eric Velasquez. In this web
               site you will find information about me, my books and illustrations,
               school visits, frequently asked questions, and more. 
            Also in this site you can order my books              from your local book store and contact me to schedule a school
              visit or to ask a question. There are also a few surprises to
              find! 
             Please click on an image on my drawing
               table to find out more. 
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         New
             Books: 
             
           Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library  
            is my newest book. It won 2018 Walter Award and the International Latino Award. 
News: 
			Having me visit your school? Here is my short bio  
          Free PDF for teachers: Teaching Eric Velasquez's Grandma's Records and Grandma's Gift: 
            A Teachers Guide By Brian Kelley, Fordham University 
          My book  旋风专业版ioshas won the Pura Belpre award for illustration.  
          The book contains a recipe for pasteles (a traditional Puerto Rican dish). Download the recipe 
          See more of my art in my 旋风加速官网  |