Lala Visits South Lake Avenue

Lala Visits South Lake Avenue is the story of two little girls who come from different upbringings, backgrounds, and experiences. However, when coming together, they do not see themselves as different; instead, they embrace one another and find they are more alike than the color of their skin!

An opportunity for us all!

About the Author

Mary Avila Hooker has always been a lover of art, whether through storytelling, vibrant colors, music, dance, and just being silly. However, her greatest passion of all is the love of children. With many years of experience in early child development and care, Mary knows that one of the ways in capturing a young child’s heart is through storytelling as it once was for her, and still is. 

After spending many years in the beauty and entertainment industry, she knew it was time to let go when she married and gave birth to her child. Mary then wanted to focus solely on her most genuine passions. She was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and now resides in Valencia, California, with her family, where she truly enjoys living her most simple life ever.