Jonny Garza Villa
Jonny Garza Villa is a product of the Great State of Texas; a Sagittarius sun, Capricorn moon, Aquarius rising; an Earth bender; and, most importantly, an author of contemporary young adult literature. They value the opportunity to create #OwnVoices stories inspired by their own Tejanx & Chicanx and queer identities. Whether they’re writing about coming out in a Mexican American household, immigration, mariachi, or being in a brand new place for the first time, Jonny ultimately hopes young Latines will feel seen and empowered by their stories. When not writing, Jonny is most likely reading or listening to Selena.
Represented by:
Claire Draper
Mentoring:
Category: Mentor
Age: Young Adult
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fantasy (contemporary), Contemporary Speculative
#MSWL:
Upper YA (junior, senior, college freshman). #OwnVoices Chicanx/Mexican American and QTBIPOC writers.
COMPS THAT IMMEDIATELY GRAB MY ATTENTION—
Juliet Takes a Breath, Patron Saints of Nothing, Felix Ever After; They Both Die at the End, The Grief Keeper, Black Mirror; Infinity Son, Cemetery Boys, Coco