Tucson Festival of Books

Liana De La Rosa (she/her)


Liana De La Rosa, who wrote "Gabriella and His Grace," is a USA Today bestselling author. She focuses on historical and contemporary romance. Her Latine characters challenge the world around them. Her books have received starred reviews from trade publications like Kirkus, Library Journal, and Booklist, and have been praised by The New York Times, Washington Post, and Boston Globe. A University of Arizona graduate, De La Rosa listens to true crime podcasts while she wrangles her spirited brood of children with her husband in Arizona.

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Communities: Arizona Author, Hispanic or Latinx


Scheduled events:
Liana De La Rosa
Gabriela and His Grace: A scandalous arrangement between a hellion heiress and destitute duke reveals truths that neither can outrun…. As the youngest and most rebellious daughter of the overly protective Luna family, Gabriela Luna Valdés claws after her freedom in any way she can. This time, her hunger for adventure has led her aboard a windswept ship bearing for her homeland, away from a mob of fumbling British suitors. But Gabby can’t escape her father’s expectation that she settle down to find a proper husband—a compromise she’s unwilling to make. For Sebastian Brooks, Duke of Whitfield, the trip to Mexico is his last chance. His last chance to rectify his family’s estate and refill their dwindling coffers. And his last chance to match wits with the sharp-tongued but deliciously tempting Gabriela. When Gabby finds herself in need of a hasty escape, Sebastian agrees to assist her…but their close proximity sparks a red-hot passion that could ruin all their plans. With scandal looming, can Sebastian convince Gabby his regard is sincere or will she sail away with his heart?

Steamy Lit, Booth #114 (Seats 1)
Sat, Mar 14, 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Romance

Author: Liana De La Rosa
Historical Romance is for Everyone
Historical Romance has something for everyone, and in this session, three authors with very different approaches will discuss the differences in their work, how they explore real historical events, and where they see the genre going in the future.

Student Union Kachina (Seats 100)  View this venue on the Festival map
Sat, Mar 14, 1:00 pm - 1:55 pm
Romance
Signing area: UA Campus Store Book Sales (Mall) (following presentation)  View this venue on the Festival map

Panelists: Liana De La Rosa, Emma R. Alban, Venessa Vida Kelley
Moderator: Lauren Harvey
¡Ay, Amor!: Latinxs in Love
Love comes in all shapes, sizes and colors, just like the books by these panelists! Love is messy, love is beautiful, love is funny, love is daring, and these writers capture love in all its full, chaotic glory. Get ready to fall head over heels for their compelling stories and characters.

Nuestras Raíces Stage (Seats 150)  View this venue on the Festival map
Sat, Mar 14, 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
Multigenre
Signing area: Pima County Public Library/Nuestras Raíces/Craft Tent & Signing Area (following presentation)  View this venue on the Festival map

Panelists: Jaclyn Rodriguez, Jonny Garza Villa, Alejandro Varela
Moderator: Liana De La Rosa
Sponsor: Session made possible courtesy of Pima County Public Library
Writing Love in Arizona
Tucson loves its local authors! In this session, four Arizona romance authors will discuss their work and how the unique book community here broadens their love of romance.

UA Campus Store Stage (Seats 250)  View this venue on the Festival map
Sun, Mar 15, 11:30 am - 12:25 pm
Romance
Signing area: Sales & Signing Area - UA Campus Store Lower Level (following presentation)  View this venue on the Festival map

Panelists: Liana De La Rosa, Jaclyn Rodriguez, Jen DeLuca, Sarah T. Dubb
Moderator: Ursula Benward
Sponsors: Session made possible courtesy of Pi Beta Phi Fraternity - Arizona Alpha Chapter, UA Campus Store
Liana De La Rosa
The Luna Sisters Series - A forbidden love between a Mexican heiress and a shrewd British politician makes for a tantalizing Victorian season.

Friends to Lovers Tucson, Booth #280 (Seats 1)
Sun, Mar 15, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Romance

Author: Liana De La Rosa

Books:
Gabriela and His Grace
Romance
Penguin Group
August 2025
ISBN 9780593440926
384 pages
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Ana María and The Fox
Romance
Penguin Publishing Group
April 2023
ISBN 9780593440889
352 pages
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