National Bestseller
Deeper than
the Ocean
A moving multigenerational historical novel about the enduring power of a mother’s love, the ripple effect of secrets, and the strength of family bonds from Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Mirta Ojito.
English Edition – Published, November 4th, 2025
Edición en español – Disponible para la venta en España, Estados Unidos, Chile, Colombia, Perú y México
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what AUTHORS AND critics say
Deeper than the Ocean: "Aheartfelt tale of family secrets, impossible choices, and the search for one's true identity, Deeper than the Ocean shimmers with hope born from the ashes of a complicated past."
— Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Daughter
what AUTHORS AND critics say
Deeper than the Ocean: "Two women and two islands are masterfully intertwined in this poignant story filled with family memories, sensitivity, and tenderness. A feat of storytelling that must not be missed."
— María Dueñas, New York Times bestselling author of The Time in Between
what AUTHORS AND critics say
Finding Mañana: "Ojito’s book is filled with the anguish of separation and the tragedy of living under a merciless regime. But it also celebrates family ties and love, not to mention freedom itself, a gift taken for granted by those of us who have never had to live without it."
— The Wall Street Journal
WHAT READERS SAY
Finding Mañana: Highly recommended!
"Ienjoyed this book so much! It is full of real situations, real people, very well written. Just loved it! A must read for any native cuban or anyone who likes the cuban culture."
— Gina Torres García
Upcoming Events
September 16th
Wednesday
Una velada con Mirta Ojito en conversación
con Arlena Amaro
Acompáñenos a una velada con la autora Mirta Ojito hablando de su nuevo libro, La memoria de las olas.
Este evento es GRATUITO y abierto al público, y habrá libros disponibles para la venta la noche del evento. La confirmación de asistencia (RSVP) otorga entrada general, pero no garantiza asiento, por lo que recomendamos llegar con anticipación.
Wed 09/16/2026
Time: 7 pm
Books & Books
265 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL
October 14th
Wednesday
The Poor Man's Titanic – Seattle Latino Film Festival
Join us for an evening with Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award winner Mirta Ojito, alongside producer Kerry Sanders, an Emmy and duPont Award-winning journalist.
The Seattle Latino Film Festival, in partnership with Richard Hugo House, Culture, the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture, Luis Fernando Esteban, and with the collaboration of Elliott Bay Book Company, proudly presents Deeper than the Ocean and The Poor Man's Titanic, a special event that brings together literature and documentary as part of its 18th annual edition.
The program will feature a presentation of Mirta Ojito's novel Deeper than the Ocean, as well as the Northwest premiere of the short documentary The Poor Man's Titanic.
Admission Free (donations suggested)
Wed 10/14/2026
Time: 7 pm
Doors open at 6 pm
Richard Hugo House Auditorium
1634 11th Ave,
Seattle, WA
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