A Blue Dog and a Hummingbird— Azuara & Correoppola

Author: Azuara and Correoppola

In Un Perro Azul y un Colibrí (A Blue Dog and a Hummingbird), a child explores the world through the magic of the everyday, discovering that even in boredom there are adventures to be had. With the complicity of his older sister, who rollerblades and invites him to fly, this professional chocolate-eater explores every corner accompanied by his dog, his cat, birds, and insects.

The poems, brief but full of humor and a lighthearted depth, transport us to a universe where time is as boundless as a clear sky. Although shadows appear that frighten us, there is always a kiss, a laugh, or a hand that holds and reassures us. Fear does not stop us, because we know that, sooner or later, we will be big enough to reach the cookies Grandma hides on top of the refrigerator; meanwhile, we have fun neutralizing nightmares with fits of laughter.

This universe is reflected in Correoppola's sharp and playful illustrations, which add color and mischief to each poem. Together, text and image open a window to the wonder of childhood, where everything is possible, even for a blue dog to love a hummingbird.