Standalone Novels#
| Title |
Published |
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| Oye |
2024 |
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Melissa Mogollon is an American writer of Colombian descent whose debut novel Oye was published in 2024. The book is told as one long phone call from teenager Luciana to her older sister, covering family drama, a grandmother’s illness, and the experience of growing up between two cultures in Miami.
Oye received attention for its distinctive narrative voice and its warm, honest portrayal of a Latinx family under pressure. Mogollon captures the chaos and love of a multigenerational household with humor and specificity, making the novel feel immediate and personal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books has Melissa Mogollon written?
Melissa Mogollon has written one books in one series.
What was Melissa Mogollon's first book?
Melissa Mogollon’s first book is Oye, published in 2024.
What is Melissa Mogollon's novel Oye about?
Oye is Melissa Mogollon’s 2024 debut novel about Luciana, a Colombian-American teenager in Miami who narrates the story as a one-sided phone call to her older sister. As her grandmother’s health declines, Luciana tries to hold her family together while sorting out her own identity. The novel is funny, heartfelt, and deeply rooted in the rhythms of a bilingual household.