Take this exhilarating journey through the vibrant landscapes of identity and resilience in Curtains of Rain. In this compelling narrative, the lives of intergenerational Latinx queer and gender queer individuals from a postcard bordertown intertwine, leading them to a reunion amidst the cultural tapestry of San Antonio, TX.

At its heart is Solitaria Gaviota-Alaniz, a fearless protagonist on a quest to thrive and love fully. Fifteen years after fleeing her hometown following an exorcism, Solitaria returns to confront the ghosts of homophobia that haunt her past. Supported by her queer familia of her gay tios, non-binary best friend Toni, and a diverse community of panederas and drag queens in San Antonio, Solitaria makes a search and rescue mission for her lost self.

As Solitaria navigates the complexities of familial relationships and confronts environmental racism, Curtains of Rain celebrates the generous ingenuity of the queer survivor. With courage and determination, Solitaria transforms trauma into triumph, redefining tradition, and finding home once again in a world where love knows no bounds.

Anel I. Flores, a trans, queer, lesbiane, Xicane creative, is a dynamic force in the evolution of Xicana/e art and literature, infusing their work with latina/e transfeminism, queer politics, and resistencia. With a creative journey spanning 25 years, Flores works in poetry, fiction, graphic memoir, and painting, seeking ancestral healing and present-day joy.

Their commitment to re-centering Latina/e, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ voices is evident in their diverse body of work, which challenges binary thought and invites viewers into realms of dreaming. Flores holds an MFA in Creative Writing and is the author of the Lambda Literary Award-nominated "Empanada: A Lesbiana Story en Probaditas," as well as several chapbooks. Their work has been featured in prestigious publications and exhibitions, including the McNay Museum's "TransAmerican" and the NYFA's "Nuestra Delta Magica."

A recipient of numerous fellowships and awards, Flores is deeply involved in advocacy and community-building, co-founding initiatives like Queer Voices and LezRideSA. Currently, they are working on completing their graphic memoir, Painted Red, and preparing for their solo exhibition, "I AM HOME," opening in May 2024 at the Mexican Cultural Center, UNAM San Antonio.