Wanda Lopes Bicudo

About the Author

Wanda Lopes Bicudo is a celebrated Brazilian children's author whose enchanting stories bring the warmth of family traditions and cultural heritage to young readers. With a background in education and a deep passion for preserving Portuguese folklore, she crafts narratives that blend everyday adventures with moral lessons, making literature accessible and delightful for children. Her debut collection, Almoço da Bisa: Feijão (Coleção Almoço da Bisa), introduces the whimsical world of Grandma's lunches, where simple meals like feijão become portals to imagination and bonding. Bicudo's work has been praised for its vivid imagery and gentle humor, inspiring a new generation to appreciate their roots through joyful storytelling. Residing in São Paulo, she continues to draw from her own family experiences to create books that resonate across cultures.