MARÍA'S LIBRARY
For some of us, writing is how we process life—threading thoughts into sentences that help make sense of the chaos. And reading? It’s a way to recognize ourselves in the lives and longings of others.
The written word is both map and mirror.
Think of this section as my personal library: a cozy corner of my virtual home. You’re welcome to potter around—whether you’re lazily leafing through pages or intently diving deep into notebooks, papers, and books that have shaped me or spilled out of me.
Writing as practice
Writing is at the heart of everything I do. From journaling to essays, from poems to educational articles—it’s how I think, process, and connect. This space is a reflection of that ongoing practice: a place where you can explore different threads of my work.
Below, you’ll find five areas to browse through—each a doorway into my world of words:
Blog
I’ve been blogging for over a decade. The articles you’ll find here are the most recent, written after migrating to a more ethical hosting provider in 2025. I chose to leave behind earlier posts that no longer reflect the work I do today. Find articles about trauma-informed learning, language confidence, poetry therapy, mental health or emotional intelligence in learning.
Books
Here you’ll find my published works, including:
• Weaving Words: The Alchemy of Language – essays on language learning
• Wild Life – a hand-bound chapbook of existential poems and photographs
• El vuelo de la cigüeña – my upcoming book, out November 2025
Recommended reading
A curated list of books that have influenced my thinking—spanning topics like language, psychology, decolonial learning, and embodied cognition.
Substack
This is where I share my most personal and creative writing. If you’re looking for expressive, soul-filled pieces—or a way to stay connected without social media—start here.
Free Guides & Downloads
Occasional tools and resources I’ve created, available for free. Use them, share them, adapt them—no strings attached.