Cheech The School Bus Driver recognized at 10th International Latino Book Awards

I'm very proud to announce that Cheech The School Bus Driver has been awarded an "Honorable Mention" under the category of Best Educational Children's Book in Spanish or Bilingual, at the 10th Annual International Latino Book Awards. The awards were presented during a ceremony held in Los Angeles during Book Expo America on May 29, 2008. "I’m very excited that my first picture book from the Cheech Marin original series was validated and recognized by the Latino community."

The International Latino Book Awards recognize contributions made to Latino literature by publishers and writers from around the world. Winners are chosen from nominated books published during 2007. The awards program is organized by the nonprofit organization Latino Literacy Now.