Lucky Diaz Libros!
Lucky Diaz is a bilingual, songwriting, taco-eating, multi–Latin GRAMMY® Award–winning, 2X GRAMMY® nominated &
six-time Emmy–nominated musician & celebrated Latino children’s book author.
As a first generation Mexican- American and self-proclaimed Pocho, Lucky is honored to be a representative for diversity and inclusion in children’s media.
Lucky’s work has been praised by NPR, Billboard Magazine, People Magazine, and the New York Times. He is a Parent’s Choice Gold Award and NAPPA Award winner. In 2020, his album Buenos Diaz was named an official selection of notable works for children by the American Library Association. Lucky’s debut picture book, Paletero Man, has been awarded the 2024 Alma Flor Ada Award for children’s literature.
He's also been celebrated with a Kirkus Star, SLJ Star, Publisher’s Weekly Star and Book List Star. His latest picture book, La Guitarrista released to wide acclaim in May of 2023 on Harper Collins. His next installment to his LA based stories is due in the summer of 2025 entitled Fix-It Familia!
He currently lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Alisha, daughter, Indiana Maven, and their dog Django.
ACCOLADES
2x Latin GRAMMY® Winner
2x GRAMMY® Nominee
6x EMMY® Award Nominee
2024 Alma Flor Ada Award Winner
The School at Columbia University Leo Lee Book Award Winner 2024
American Library Association Notable Work- Official Selection (Buenos Diaz!)
Kirkus Star Review
Publisher’s Weekly Star Review
School Library Journal Star Review
Booklist Star Review
2024 SMART Book Award Nominee
2023 Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award Nominee
2021 Golden Poppy Book Award Finalist
Junior Library Guild Selection
Parent’s Choice Gold Award Winner
National Parent Publication Gold Award
4x Latin GRAMMY® Nominee
People Magazine #1 Kids Music
Just to name a few!
“Lucky Diaz’s assembly blended music, dance, songwriting, storytelling, and culture. He created an engaging and educational experience for everyone. Not only did he teach valuable writing skills, he shared his inspiring life journey with genuine humility. His attentiveness to both adults and children made the event truly special, fostering an inclusive atmosphere. The cultural relevance, including the incorporation of Spanish, added an extra layer of richness to an unforgettable assembly. Gracias por todo Lucky!”
— Rio Vista Elementary School 2024