She was born in Mexico City on Christmas Eve, 1967. She is one of Mexico’s leading writers of children’s and young adult literature. Norma weaves her narrative worlds from curiosity, research into the diverse topics that interest her, keen observation, and a sense of wonder. Some of her stories—such as Matemágicas, Bestiario de seres fantásticos mexicanos, and Supernaturalia—stem from her desire to highlight the strength and symbolic presence of Mexican traditions and mythology.

She is the author of more than thirty books for children and young readers, including the aforementioned titles as well as El nuevo restaurante de Pierre Quintonil, Polvo de estrellas, Peligro de suerte, Tú y Yo, El taller del ermitaño, and Los cazadores del Big Bang.

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