MEET THE TEAM

Laura Rupenian

Author & Series Creator

Rubén Manasés Achdjian

Illustrator

Juan Martín Achdjian

Illustrator

I am an attorney, a creative writer, an entrepreneur and a mom.

I grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and today I live near Silicon Valley, California, with my daughters, Emma and Bianca.

I have a passion for world languages -I speak Spanish, English, Armenian and French!- and began to write children's stories when I was in high school.

Three fun facts about me:

Favorite word: serendipity.
Hobby: writing in coffee shops.
Secret talent: teaching.

I am so excited to see PequeLitos become a reality, and I am thrilled you are here with us!

I was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. My serious side holds a degree in political science, and my other side likes to draw for fun.

I taught myself how to sketch using pencil and ink, when I was in elementary school. Now I enjoy illustrating with my digital pen!

Three fun facts about me:

Favorite color: red.
Hobby: cooking.
Secret talent: accordion playing.

I hope you enjoy getting to know Ana, Paco and theirs friends as much as we enjoyed creating them!

I live in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with my mom, Paula, my dad, Rubén, and 'Gadú', our cat.

I recently graduated from a high school specialized in arts and media, and, in addition to my creative projects, I enjoy playing sports with my friends and creating digital photography compositions.

Three fun facts about me:

Favorite food: pizza.
Hobby: soccer.
Secret talent: jump rope.

Enjoy PequeLitos! Drop us a note, and let us know what you think!

Emma Chiparo

Content Editor &
PequeClips Voice Over

Bianca Chiparo

Content Editor &
PequeClips Voice Over

I am a senior in high school and have a passion for psychology, education and the human brain.

I grew up surrounded by bilingual books, and today I young English learners with their literacy skills!

Three fun facts about me:

Favorite ice cream: dulce de leche.
Hobby: reading.
Secret talent: gymnastics.

I hope you enjoy getting to know Ana, Paco and theirs friends!

I am a freshman in high school and have a passion for opinion writing, fashion and softball.

I enjoy helping others to learn, and I am a teacher’s assistant in a Spanish class for middle-schoolers.

Three fun facts about me:

Favorite singer: Taylor Swift.
Hobby: Softball.
Secret dream: it’s a secret!

So excited your are here with us!

MEET THE BAND

MEMA

PACO

ANA

MICA

LUCA

ROCO

FEFI

TICO

ÑICA

NUÑA