Victor Benavides

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Victor Benavides

Author of “Mis Mentiras, Poemas y Memorias”

Victor Benavides is a South Texas educator and author whose writing explores memory, identity, love, loss, and the stories that shape us. His debut book, “Mis Mentiras, Poemas y Memorias,” is a collection of poems, short stories, and personal reflections grounded in the Rio Grande Valley and the experiences that make home unforgettable.

Instagram: @victorbenavidesauthorpage

Catch Victor at the Local Author Showcase!

Saturday, September 19
Main Library at 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen

Panel: Beyond the Book
11:45AM–12:15PM │ Meeting Room AB

A story doesn’t always end on the last page. Koby J. Almazan, Liz Rodriguez, Lizzy Goldmoon, and Victor Benavides explore how their work reaches beyond their books through creativity, community connections, and new opportunities.

Author Meet & Greet
10:00AM-12:30PM │ Lobby Gallery

Meet the authors behind the books! Stop by the Lobby Gallery throughout the morning to chat with participating writers, learn more about their work, purchase books, and find your next local read.

Featured Book

Mis Mentiras, Poemas, Y Memorias

Mis Mentiras, Poemas, y Memorias is a heartfelt collection that celebrates Latino identity, memory, and the enduring power of storytelling. Honest, emotional, and deeply human, this book brings together fiction, poetry, and personal memories into one unforgettable journey.

Author Victor Benavides, from the Rio Grande Valley, shares stories rooted in truth and retold as fiction. These stories explore love across time, identity, science fiction, historical fiction, drama, romance, morality, trauma, survival, fear, and illusion, inviting readers into worlds that are both imaginative and deeply relatable.

The poetry reflects the author's emotions about nature, the environment, and the rich culture of the Rio Grande Valley. The memoirs recount growing up in South Texas, where imagination, family, and resilience transformed ordinary moments into lasting memories. Through stories of siblings, neighborhood adventures, family traditions, and a father's love expressed through sacrifice, humor, and perseverance, the collection reminds us that life's greatest treasures are often found in the simplest experiences.