People fall in love with writing all the time; it’s not uncommon to meet someone who says they’re working on a book. Writing is meaningful in a lot of ways, and it’s special when it clearly involves the heart. The quotes of published authors often serve as advice for readers and aspiring writers. If you’re looking for insight from authors who have been there, done that, consider the following quotes by Latinx and Latin American writers. Veteran voices like Sandra Cisneros and Julia Alvarez are included along with newer talent like Valeria Luiselli and Elizabeth Acevedo.