Cristina Henriquez
I'm a fiction writer. My first novel, The World In Half, came out on April 2, 2009. My short story collection, Come Together, Fall Apart, was published in 2006.

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Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez The Oxford American chose me as their featured writer for the month of June. Check out my interview with them, where I talk about the best writing advice I've ever received, the meaning of home, and my hidden talent (plus more!).

Source: www.oxfordamerican.org
She's not yet thirty years old, but Cristina Henríquez has already: published two books of fiction (an award-winning collection of stories, Come Together, Fall Apart, and the just-released novel ...
Nichol
Nichol
not yet 30, huh? did i miss something? :-)
Carolyn
Carolyn
Congrats!!
Cristina Henriquez
Moderated by Mary Schmich from the Chicago Tribune, this will be an on-stage conversation with authors Thrity Umrigar and Aliza Shevrin as part of the 2009 Printers Row festiv...
Host:Cristina Henriquez
Time:3:00PM Sunday, June 7th
Location:The University Center
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A collection of quotes from bloggers who have recently read my novel, The World in Half. "Henriquez's gifts for lyrical prose, complex characters and sharp dialogue shine in one of the year's most moving and memorable novels." - Largehearted Boy “[An] unbelievably good first novel......
Peggy
Peggy
It is really quite impressive- and I'm not just saying that because your mother is one of my favorite people. You have a great talent. It was a joy to read. I rarely find the time to finish what I start- and I couldn't put The World In Half down.
Kit
Kit
I totally agree Pegs. Usually it takes me a few weeks to finish a book because I only read just before I fall asleep. I only put this book down long enough to sleep. I'm also reading her short story collection now -- so far my favorite story is Mercury. Did you read Come Together...?
Peggy
Peggy
I did- right after I finished her book. Loved that too-
Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez is featured in this week's Chicago Sun-Times.

Source: www.suntimes.com
Found horizons CHICAGO LIT | Cristina Henriquez's heroine lets 'World' pull her in two directions - CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
Liz
Liz
I plan on buying the book...Nick Allen is my hubby. I'm very impressed that Isabel Allende commented...she's my absolute favorite author. I've read almost everything by her and if she likes it, I'm sure you've got talent!
Juanita
Juanita
Great review, Cristina. It's great just to see Chicago Sum-Times has chosen to review it!
Cristina Henriquez
I'll be reading at my local library (it's also the place where I wrote much of my novel). If you're in or around Hinsdale, come say hello!
Host:Cristina Henriquez
Time:7:00PM Wednesday, April 29th
Location:Hinsdale Public Library
Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez I wrote a post for the New Yorker's book blog about how I became I writer.

Source: www.newyorker.com
Online version of the weekly magazine, with current articles, cartoons, blogs, audio, video, slide shows, an archive of articles and abstracts back to 1925
Peggy
Peggy
LOVE the story of how you became a writer and very much appreciate your willingness to share those "human" moments- I wonder what the boy who gave you that journal would say now? What a nice young man to take that approach- a rare person.
VIoleta
VIoleta
My guilty writing-origin admission: I knew I wanted to become a writer when I (unfairly!) lost a story writing contest in 1st grade. :) Great post.
Denise
Denise
In my humble opinion, you have what it takes...guts. thanks for sharing.
Cristina Henriquez
One of the hazards of visiting so many great bookstores in a row: I kept buying books! By the time tour was over, my suitcase was VERY heavy...
Andrea
Andrea
same here. while in seattle, we visited the elliott bay bookstore. at the request of my daughter, i bought several of ivan doig's books so that she could finish his montana trilogy. then bought your books at the university bookstore (another request by her so that it could be signed). also brought along books for nadine and hazel that were ... Read Morewritten by my sister-in-law's sister-in-law (homicide in hardcover by kate carlisle). my carry-on was rather heavy (thank heaven for wheelies).

btw, nadine, hazel and i apologize for not thinking of inviting you out after your signing. we only thought of it after returning to our hotel. pls forgive us - it would have been fun.
Cristina Henriquez
From a review in the April 26, 2009 edition of The Dallas Morning News: "Henríquez reveals complex characters and themes that probe deeply into the fiber of human relationships and where we belong.... She is a clear, direct writer. But this isn't a simple book...
Cristina Henriquez
Jonathan Yardley reviewed my novel in the April 26, 2009 Washington Post. Here's a snippet from the last paragraph: "Latin America is simultaneously desperate and hypnotic, and Henríquez gets this aspect of it exactly right.... The World in Half is engaging and touching."
Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez A brief essay I wrote about the music that I imagine would accompany my novel.

Source: www.largeheartedboy.com
is a music blog featuring daily free and legal music downloads as well as news from the worlds of music, literature, and pop culture.Regular features include:Book NotesNote BooksSoundtrackedTry It Before You Buy ItListsInterviewsBook Reviews52 Books, 52 Weeksmusic festival downloadsmp3 downloads
Andrea
Andrea
Cristina, it was terrific seeing you in Seattle. Nadine, Hazel and I enjoyed hearing your talk; now that we're all back home, it's time to begin reading!
Carolyn
Carolyn
Cool -- now we know what to play on May 15 as people enter the auditorium. :)
Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez A short, fun thing.

Source: www.ny.metro.us
1. It helps me make sense of my life and the lives of others. I’m half-Panamanian and half-American, and although I’ve spent a lot of time in Panama, I still don’t know it as well ...
Jessica
Jessica
I finished your book llast night and enjoyed every minute of it. Such a beautiful story - I didn't want it to end.
Kara
Kara
Hi! Congratulations on your first novel. I can't wait to purchase it this weekend. I wish you were doing book signings in this vicinity! I guess NYC is the closest?
Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez An interview on Flavorpill's cultural news blog, Flavorwire.

Source: flavorwire.com
Flavorwire: an up-to-the-minute blog for discerning culture fiends who want to taste it all.
Wendy
Wendy
My sister in law got a link to this in their newsletter last week!
Cristina Henriquez
Jonathan Messinger and I spoke over the phone recently about my novel, and here is what he had to say about it.
Hilda
Hilda
Dear Cristi: I talked with Terce and Ginny last night. Can´t wait next week to get my copy. How thoughtful of you, dear. A kiss to Sofía. Tía Hilda
Eileen
Eileen
congrats on the novel! can't wait to pick it up.
Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez sees that Amazon begs to differ with *me.* They're standing strong. My novel is available to order and ship to you TODAY. So order a copy! Order a second copy as a gift! Order copies for your whole book club! Post an Amazon review!

Nichol
Nichol
Mine shipped today, can't wait!
Shawn
Shawn
On it's way. Woo hoo!
Cristina Henriquez

Cristina Henriquez begs to differ with Amazon. As far as I know, my novel - The World in Half - comes out on April 15.

Cristina Henriquez
I'll be doing a short reading, along with Dorothy Allison and others, at what promises to be a very lively event. Food! Music! Drink specials! And more fun than you can ha...
Host:Cristina Henriquez
Time:6:30PM Saturday, April 18th
Location:Sticky Fingers Chicken Shack
Cristina Henriquez
I'll be in Little Rock for an on-stage, one-on-one interview as part of the Arkansas Literary Festival.
Host:Cristina Henriquez
Time:11:30AM Saturday, April 18th
Location:Arkansas Studies Institute (ASI) Building, Room 110
Cristina Henriquez
Straight out of Canada, the National Post did a brief interview with me about my novel, The World in Half.
Andrea
Andrea
in checking your website, i discovered you're going to be in tribeca in april. i was disappointed b/c i'll be in seattle then. i looked further and saw that you'll be in seattle at the same time! what luck! hazel (one of your former neighbors in terre haute) and i will see you then.
Corbin
Corbin
Sweet! Can't wait!
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Cristina Henriquez reads from her new novel
Host:Cristina Henriquez
Time:7:30PM Thursday, April 16th
Location:Borders La Grange