Introducing: The House, The Ghost, and Me

A conversation with bilingual children's Author Tessa Ruiz

I met Tessa like I have met a few people in my life- online first. I do not recall how exactly but once we connected we realized we had a handful of IRL friends between us which made our friendship feel immediately more real. When Tessa moved to Portland during covid I invited her over to our garden one evening to finally meet face to face. I admire her great eye and mothering spirit. She is also raising bilingual children and does a beautiful job creating really warm and soulful spaces for her family, so we have a bit in common.

Earlier this year she shared the news of the upcoming publishing of her first children’s book The House, The Ghost, and Me. I am so honored that she agreed to share some behind the scenes info about the publishing process, her inspiration and personal anecdotes too. Please enjoy this conversation with Tessa.