About Author
ABOUT AUTHOR
Christopher Carmona
Christopher Carmona is a poet, writer, scholar, and activist from the Rio Grande Valley.
Author of the acclaimed El Rinche series and the award-winning The Road to Llorona Park, he brings borderland histories to life through stories of resistance and identity.
As a founding member of Refusing to Forget, he works to bring overlooked histories of racial violence into public view.
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Writing Stories. Teaching History. Working for Justice.
Rooted in the Rio Grande Valley, Dr. Christopher Carmona brings poetry, fiction, scholarship, and activism into conversation. His work explores how the stories we tell shape our understanding of identity, history, and belonging.
Borderlands Roots
The Rio Grande Valley informs Carmona’s writing, grounding his poetry and fiction in the lives, struggles, and cultural histories of the Texas–Mexico borderlands.
Literary Work
From the award-winning The Road to Llorona Park to the El Rinche series, Carmona creates characters who confront injustice and navigate a changing world.
Education & Advocacy
A professor and leader in Mexican American Studies, Carmona helped secure state approval for Texas’s TEKS-based Mexican American Studies high school course.
History & Public Memory
As a founding member of Refusing to Forget, Carmona helps bring overlooked histories of violence against Mexican Americans into public conversation, connecting remembrance with the continuing pursuit of justice.
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The Series
EL RINCHE Vol. 1
With his family murdered and his community terrorized, who will Chonnie become when justice refuses to answer?
EL RINCHE Vol. 2
As revolution shakes the borderlands, can El Rinche and his new allies stop an enemy targeting communities of color?
EL RINCHE Vol. 3
As violence closes in on the Plata family, what will El Rinche risk to defend their future?
OUR WORK
What People Are Saying!
The Road to Llorona Park
“Truly an extraordinary collection of stories from the Rio Grande Valley”
Sarah Rafael García,
Lone Star Literary Life
140 Twitter Poems
"Carmona gives life to a new form of explosive, existential, socially rebellious poetry that pushes the boundaries of modern poetry.”"
Rossy Evelin Lima, Latino Book Review.
El Rinche: The Ghost Ranger of the Rio Grande
“I began reading this novel on an early evening, and I eagerly devoured the entire tale till late night.”
Raul M, Goodreads reader review.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does Christopher speak about?
Christopher’s speaking topics include Mexican American history, La Matanza, public memory, Chicanx literature, poetry, cultural identity, and ethnic studies education. He also discusses the historical research and creative process behind his El Rinche novels.
Who are these presentations for?
His topics are relevant to universities, schools, libraries, museums, cultural organizations, and community groups. When submitting an inquiry, describe your audience and its interests so the presentation’s fit can be discussed.
Can I request an author reading or panel discussion?
Yes. Include your preferred format in your inquiry, whether you’re planning an author reading, lecture, panel, classroom visit, or moderated conversation.
Does the audience need to read his books beforehand?
Prior reading can give participants more to discuss, especially for an author visit or classroom conversation. If you want to build an event around a particular book, mention it in your inquiry and ask about recommended preparation.
Are virtual speaking engagements available?
Please indicate whether you’re requesting an in-person or virtual event. Availability and format can be discussed as part of the booking process.
Can a presentation connect to our course or event theme?
Include your course subject, event theme, or learning goals when you reach out. This helps Christopher consider how his work connects with your program and what approach would best serve your audience.
What are the speaking fees?
Request a quote for your event. Include the proposed date, location, format, session length, and available budget so speaking fees and any travel arrangements can be discussed.
How do I request a speaking engagement?
Complete the speaking inquiry form with your organization, proposed date, audience, topic, and event details. Submitting an inquiry begins the conversation; a booking is confirmed once availability and arrangements have been agreed upon.
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