{"title":"Jacoby Salcedo","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of Jacoby Salcedo, a burgeoning talent in the realm of graphic novels. Known for his gripping storytelling and vivid illustrations, Salcedo's work transcends conventional narratives, offering readers a fresh perspective on contemporary issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his most notable works is \u003cem\u003eThis Land Is Our Land\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling graphic novel that delves into themes of identity, belonging, and the struggle for justice. Through Salcedo's captivating artwork and engaging narratives, this book invites readers to embark on a visual and emotional journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a dedicated graphic novel enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Jacoby Salcedo's creations promise to provide a rich, immersive experience. Explore his collection today and discover stories that resonate and reflect the complexities of our modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"this-land-is-our-land-by-jacoby-salcedo-9781779522825","title":"This Land Is Our Land","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis Land Is Our Land\u003c\/em\u003e by writer Julio Anta and artist Jacoby Salcedo invites readers on a gripping and inspiring journey filled with both high stakes and heart as Jaime embraces his new calling as Blue Beetle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is a 2025 Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Great Graphic Novel for Teens and is featured in the 2025 Texas Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List as a Starred Title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJaime Reyes is an ordinary high school student in El Paso, Texas, with a deep love for his family, culture, and home. Whether he's working with his dad at the auto shop or attending multi-generational barbecues filled with music and dance, Jaime cherishes his neighbourhood's spontaneous gatherings that last well into the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, Jaime starts to notice that he and his border community are being used as pawns in an increasingly toxic immigration debate. Recent months have seen armed troops deployed along the U.S. and Mexico border and manufactured crackdowns at official border crossings. At the community level, there's mounting resentment among a group of disaffected and reactionary youth who believe they're being \"replaced\" by El Paso's growing immigrant population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo complicate matters, one of Jaime's oldest friends, Riley, has bought into the propaganda. What began as innocent web searches has led Riley to join an unabashed hate group planning real-world violence in El Paso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJaime's situation becomes even more complex when he discovers an odd bug-like artefact while stargazing. Suddenly, he feels different, as if there's another voice in his head pushing him towards his basest instincts. Moreover, he starts experiencing surreal dreams that reveal the true threat El Paso faces is not \"illegal aliens,\" but actual aliens known as the Reach. According to his dreams, Jaime is meant to pave the way for the Reach's impending invasion!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363235905772,"sku":"9781779522825","price":37.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16014663482821.jpg?v=1772919003"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jacoby-salcedo.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}