Buffs One Read

Announcing the theme for 2024-25: Courage

Plan to read our chosen title, Solito: A Memoir (e-book, audio or print)

In Solito: A Memoir, author Javier Zamora tells the story of his 3,000 mile journey from El Salvador across the U.S. border.

An intimate account of a treacherous and near-impossible passage and of miraculous kindness and love delivered at the most unexpected moments, Zamora’s story is also the story of millions of others who had no choice but to leave home.

All are welcome to join the Buffs One Read Community:
read the book, join a book club or discussion, share your story, teach the course.

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Bring the conversation into the classroom

The University Libraries invites all educators to integrate Solito into your courses. Our community Canvas course is open for use - feel free to copy or repurpose.

Access the Canvas course

Via our community Canvas course, you can explore summaries of each chapter as well as discussion questions and related resources. The course includes activities and prompts that invite students to delve more deeply into the rich themes of the text.
Contact the University Libraries for consultations on integrating Solito into your courses. Email libraries@colorado.edu to schedule a time to speak with us.
View our guide on Solito: A Memoir for additional related resources and rich related content.