“Mélina Mangal is a uniquely talented storyteller who expertly engages children and families with whimsy, humor, and kindness. Smiles and excitement were in abundance as Mélina cultivated a beautiful program at Boston Children’s Museum! Children of all ages were fully immersed in a reading featuring an inspiring story and beautiful illustrations. Mélina’s peaceful and steady demeanor made for a wondrous storytelling experience with attendees focused at every turn of the page. Mélina’s ability to adapt to changing circumstances made for a truly enjoyable program.” — Boston Children’s Museum, 2025

“Melina was well prepared for her visit to South Milwaukee and our STEAM night. Her presentation was well prepared and offered opportunity for students to move and engage with her in conversation. Her calm presence was appreciated and our students and teachers responded well to her. Thank you for coming!” — School District of South Milwaukee, 2025

“Melina’s visit was so exciting. The students were engaged. I liked that in her presentation she talked about her experience of writing as a young girl. She shared a picture of herself when she was about the age of my students. I believe that this showed them that writing can start at a very young age and that they can be authors too. She also read her story in English but also translated it in Spanish. This was so inclusive for my Spanish-speaking students.” — Folwell Community School, 2024

“It was a pleasure meeting you and having you with us here in Woods Hole last week. It was such a treat for the kids (and the adults at your evening talk) to have a chance to interact with you and the book.” —GH, after day-long community event through the Marine Biological Laboratory involving preschool reading, middle grades book reading and craft activity, and evening public talk and presentation.” — Woods Hole Event

“Thank you so much for visiting us! Our patrons loved your presentation and story, and we have been hearing great feedback about it all week.” —CC, after presentation for the Sankofa Festival of African American Literature and Culture.” — Oak Bluffs Public Library, Martha’s Vineyard

“[T]hank you so much for the lovely readings yesterday, and for being so flexible as we shifted the program due to rain yesterday. I absolutely loved how you so easily got families involved with your story, and I know families really enjoyed it.” —SL after outdoor festival at the Walker Art Center

“The teacher and my colleagues shared that the kids loved your visit, especially the flower song!”— Preschool Class Visit, Harlem NY

“It was indeed a delightful experience! Thank you and I will have to invite you again when our library opens. Thank you so much for taking the time to read your wonderful story!” — BH, Virtual presentation with middle school students

“That was sooo amazing! Thank you so much Melina for bringing such a beautiful experience to the students!!” — DC after virtual writing workshop with middle school students Community Math & Science Prep, NY

“Thank you so much! Your energy and preparedness were a dream!” — MH, after virtual writing workshop with middle school students Community Math & Science Prep, NY

“Your visit was well enjoyed, and we loved hearing more about you as a writer and about the wonderful story you created.” — KG, after virtual community book activity event School Visit

“I absolutely loved how you so easily got families involved with your story, and I know families really enjoyed it.” — School Visit