Community Spotlight: Hello Coco! Suds, Songs, and Aunt Fancy’s Salad by Latrice McGlothin
Whether advocating for the community as a public servant or using her voice to inspire youth, Latrice McGlothin embodies America’s spirited supporter. In her children’s book “Hello Coco! Suds, Songs, and Aunt Fancy’s Salad,” she merges music genres with delectable recipes to create an engaging reading journey suitable for all ages, including the youngest readers.
Community Spotlight: Latrice McGlothin’s “Hello Coco”
Tell us about “Hello Coco! Suds, Songs, and Aunt Fancy’s Salad.”
“Hello Coco! Suds, Songs, and Aunt Fancy’s Salad” is the story of a smart, beautiful girl who loves her family, the color pink, music, pandas, and cooking. Readers are invited to join Coco at her family dinner party. You’ll meet her relatives, concoct a whimsical salad, and learn a catchy tune on the importance of proper hand washing.
What inspired you to write this story?
“Hello Coco!” grew out of author Latrice’s real life experience of cooking with her niece, who would often take breaks from meal preparation to do activities. Each time she returned to the kitchen, Latrice would greet her by saying “welcome back, remember you have to wash your hands.” Eventually the phrase turned the saying into a song encouraging good hygiene that her niece would sing even when Latrice was away!
Tell us more about you.
Latrice McGlothin, a multifaceted individual, excels as a singer, songwriter, author, businesswoman, and award-winning community activist. She cultivates balance in life through her commitment to community service and the arts.
A community and education advocate by day, an author, singer, and actress by night, Latrice received her Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre from Cal State University Long Beach. Latrice showcases her musical talents through Hello Coco! Suds, Songs, and Aunt Fancy’s Salad, aiming to bring joy to young listeners while promoting healthy eating habits. This pitch-perfect book is certain to uplift readers of all ages.
When Latrice is not captivating audiences, she and her husband indulge in their passion for travel. She holds the esteemed position of Executive Director at a Community Foundation affiliated with a prominent credit union. Notably, she takes pride in being recognized as the first woman of color to lead the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Tell us a little about 2L Publishing.
Started in 2022 by Latrice and Larry McGlothin. The company grew out of the desire for us to want to share, read, laugh and reminisce about our stories told in our own voices.
Growing up, I did not have books that reflected my experiences, my family’s communication style, my hair journey, my image or so many other facets of my growing years in the positive and impactful way that I remember.
What inspires your organization?
The opportunity to discover and promote new voices in literature. Allowing authors to share their unique stories with the world. We strive to publish works that challenge, inspire, and entertain readers while fostering a love of reading and a passion for the written word.
How can the community support your efforts?
1. Include our authors and their books in local bookstores, classrooms, libraries, school book fairs, career days, reading events (etc)
2. Purchase books individually and in bulk for bookstores, classrooms/school districts and libraries
3. Invite authors to in person events
4. Lend opportunity or expertise to students and authors, who are looking to write their own books.
5. Provide authors with opportunities to share their process and their why.
Anything else you would like to share?
The love of reading makes our community stronger. Reading books that showcase all walks of life and perspectives provides adventures and knowledge we might not otherwise receive.
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