Book Series · 2 Books

Tía Lola Stories Books

In order from How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay to How Tia Lola Saved the Summer.

The Tía Lola Stories series is a set of 2 chapter books by Julia Alvarez, published between 2001 and 2011. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 180 pages.

How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay
How Tia Lola Saved the Summer
How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay
How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay
How Tia Lola Saved the Summer
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001

How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay

By Julia Alvarez

Miguel's life turns magical and unpredictable with his aunt's arrival.

147 pages· 25,751 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Summary: After his parents' split, Miguel moves to Vermont, facing a new life and challenges. Enter Tía Lola, his vibrant aunt from the Dominican Republic, whose presence brings unexpected magic and chaos. As Miguel navigates living between two cultures, he discovers that family bonds can transform even the toughest transitions. Will Tía Lola's influence help him find his place, or will her unpredictable nature create more upheaval? Dive into a heartwarming tale of cultural discovery and familial magic.
The complete set

Tía Lola Stories Series

2 books · Published 2001–2011

Series
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$759

How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001

Miguel's life turns magical and unpredictable with his aunt's arrival.

How Tia Lola Saved the Summer

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

A summer with unexpected guests turns into an unforgettable adventure with magical surprises.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Tía Lola Stories series?

There are 2 books in the Tía Lola Stories series. It began with How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay in 2001, and the newest book, How Tia Lola Saved the Summer, was published in 2011.

What ages are the Tía Lola Stories books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Tía Lola Stories book is the longest?

How Tia Lola Saved the Summer (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 35,279 words (176 pages).

Which Tía Lola Stories book is the shortest?

How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay is the shortest at 25,751 words (147 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Tía Lola Stories to life.

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Julia Alvarez

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