Aurora Lydia Dominguez

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TOY 2022 at @bocaratonhs. Prof at @UF and @FloridaAtlantic. @ExeterCollegeOx English Lit Grad. Journalist. @BookTrib @out_sfl @BooklistOnline. @getTBR expert.

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Articles

Building Worlds & Breaking Barriers

4 days ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

'A/S/L' - Building Worlds & Breaking BarriersCheck out our interview with Jeanne Thornton, who wrote the book, "A/S/L."What was your inspiration behind your most recent book, "A/S/L?" As you know from reading the book, it's the story of three teenagers in the 1990s - close friends online, but who've never met in person -who strive to make the greatest video game in the world.
'When Stars Align' - Rising to Fame

5 days ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

'When Stars Align' - Rising to FameMelissa De La Cruz was inspired by celebrity culture and female friendships, therefore writing, "When Stars Align."What was your inspiration behind your most recent book? My teen daughter calling Paris Hilton a "queen" which made me think of how the starlets from the early 2000s are so much more respected now - whereas they weren't back then. That's certainly not how the media portrayed them.
Sipping, Savoring, and Celebrating Latin Fusion at TAMBO Cocina & Cocktails

6 days ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

Sipping, Savoring, and Celebrating Latin Fusion at TAMBO Cocina & CocktailsStep into the vibrant world of TAMBO Cocina & Cocktails, where flavor, creativity, and culture collide in the best way possible. With a Latin fusion concept that's both soulful and sophisticated, TAMBO offers a one-of-a-kind experience that brings the spirit of Latin America to their location at The Gates Hotel South Beach, with a distinctly Miami twist.
Music, Love, and Food

1 week ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

'Rhythm & Muse' - Music, Love, and FoodIt was important for India Hill Brown to see a Black boy tell his story of falling in love after having two of her own, so that's one of the reasons why she wrote "Rhythm & Muse."What was your inspiration behind your most recent book? My inspiration for "Rhythm & Muse" was my desire to see a Black, male protagonist tell his own story of falling in love.
Let Lilo & Stitch Remind Us What Ohana Really Means

1 week ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

Let Lilo & Stitch Remind Us What Ohana Really Means | OpinionWhen I was a kid, "Lilo & Stitch" wasn't just a Disney movie, but it was a lifeline. It was a quirky and colorful tale set in Hawaii that mixed aliens with Elvis songs and hula dancing, yes. But at its heart, it was a story that taught me what love looks like when life doesn't go as planned. The idea of ohana, that family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten, hit me in a way that few stories ever have. It wasn't just about blood.
A Group of Lovable Misfits

1 week ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

'Slaying You' - A Group of Lovable MisfitsCheck out the sequel to Michelle Gagnon's "Killing Me" book, "Slaying You."What was your inspiration behind your most recent book? Honestly, I wasn't ready to leave these characters - or this weird, campy version of Vegas - behind. After "Killing Me" came out, a lot of readers asked what was next for Grace, Amber, and the rest of their motley crew, and that got me wondering what their lives might look like a few months down the line.
Let Snow White Have Her Moment

1 week ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

Let Snow White Have Her Moment | OpinionLately, it feels like loving movies has turned into defending them. As someone who grew up marveling at fairytales and now teaches the power of story to students, watching the discourse around 2025's "Snow White," particularly the backlash aimed at its star Rachel Zegler, has felt exhausting. Yes, I saw the interviews. Yes, I read the behind-the-scenes murmurs. And yes, I still watched the film. And I liked it.
'Brighter Than Scale, Swifter Than Flame'

1 week ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

'Brighter Than Scale, Swifter Than Flame' - Finding Yourself in a World That Wants to Erase YouIf dragons and lady knights are your thing, then check out Neon Yang's "Brighter Than Scale, Swifter Than Flame."What was your inspiration behind your most recent book? I don't know it there's an inspiration per se other than "I like dragons, and I like lady knights, I want to write a book about those things." And so I did.
Date Night at Phuc Yea

1 week ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

A Hip Hideaway for Flavor and Romance: Date Night at Phuc YeaEvery couple needs a signature date night spot, one that feels like an escape from the everyday. For Sebastian and me, Phuc Yea was just that on an unexpected night after an invitation to cover this amazing and fun spot. Tucked away behind a curtain of tropical greenery at 7100 Biscayne Blvd, this sultry and stylish restaurant in Miami's MiMo District swept us off our feet from the moment we stepped inside.
'All's Fair In Love and Field Hockey'

2 weeks ago | outsfl.com | Aurora Lydia Dominguez

'All's Fair In Love and Field Hockey' - Following Your HeartIf you enjoy banter and a complicated romance that's tied into figuring out how to be in charge of your own life, then check out Kit Rosewater's book, "All's Fair In Love and Field Hockey."What was your inspiration behind your most recent book? The inspiration behind "All's Fair In Love and Field Hockey" was two-fold. It started way back in 2021 with a tweet.