Las Biuty Queens

Drawing from personal experience, Iván Monalisa Ojeda tells the stories of Latinx queer and trans immigrants navigating life in New York City, highlighting their resilience and camaraderie amid struggles like addiction, violence, and encounters with law enforcement. Through dark humor and vivid storytelling, the narrative explores their personal journeys within a glittering yet tumultuous city. Celebrated for its rhythmic and bold language, this collection establishes Ojeda as a distinctive voice in contemporary literature.