Born on the Border

Born on the Border is my debut poetry collection. The poems provide a different perspective of life on the United States-Mexico border compared to modern media portrayals.

Compassion and complexity are at the center of topics such as identity, family, socioeconomic status, and immigration. These topics speak not only to the Mexican-American experience but to the experience of many. This poet calls on readers to see the parallels in their lives and reflect on the notion that we have more in common than what separates us.

About Lorena De Luna

I am a 26-year-old Mexican American woman from the Rio Grande Valley in Texas.

I have been a content creator for the last three years. I have created audiences on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitch through writing, fashion, chess, and general vlog content.

Throughout my life, I have lived with a focus on service with causes ranging from food insecurity to civic engagement.

I’ve been a creative writer since elementary school and competed in small competitions, but I’ve never released my writing on a grand scale. I’ve created something vulnerable to me, and I hope it is worthy of you connecting to.