María José Céspedes Melgar
With only 13 years of age, María José Céspedes Melgar has made a remarkable mark in the literary world by winning the II Concurso de Relatos para Niños 'Macondo sí tiene quién le escriba'. Her story, 'El Corazón Vibrante de Santa Cruz', was selected from over 2,000 participants, showcasing her creativity and passion for writing. This achievement granted her the opportunity to travel to Colombia, where she connected with young writers and celebrated her success with various activities, reflecting her deep love for her city of Santa Cruz.
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Recent news mentions
María José was awarded a full scholarship for her outstanding participation in the International Literature Prize Macondo sí tiene quien le escriba.
UPDS otorga beca académica a joven cruceña ganadora del concurso literario “Macondo sí tiene quien le escriba”
Bolivia· 2025-06-14
María José Céspedes Melgar was selected as one of the winners of the II Concurso de Relatos para Niños.
María José Céspedes gana premio internacional de escrituraBolivia· 2025-05-31
