"Edward Dennis's grandfather, who came from Mexico to the United States and became a migrant farmworker, is at the center of Dennis's book, which spotlights the valuable contributions of immigrants in America." - Publishers Weekly

The Boy from Mexico Becomes a US Citizen continues the story of Luz, from Edward Dennis's The Boy From Mexico Becomes a Farm Worker and The Boy From Mexico: An Immigration Story. In this book, Luz tells the story of gaining US citizenship and the emotions involved in this difficult process. It includes the exact steps to applying for citizenship and information on getting it started.

Edward Dennis is a leading advocate for immigrants coming to the United States from Central and South America. His work as an author and illustrator supports children and offers guidance to families and children who are coming to the US. Edward has also worked with organizations that support farm workers in the US, including the UFW Foundation. As a Mexican American and Indigenous person, Edward finds it extremely important to tell stories that highlight his people.

Edward Dennis is an illustrator, an art teacher, and a social media marketing maven with expertise working with many businesses, hotels, and restaurants improving their individualized market outreach. He has written and illustrated The Boy from Mexico: An Immigration Story of Bravery, The Boy From Mexico Becomes a Farmworker: Grown-Up Luz and His Friends Feed America, and The Boy from Mexico Becomes a US Citizen. Additionally, Edward has illustrated the story of the immigrant chef, Cristina Martinez, from the Netflix special Chef's Table, and has illustrated other books, including a collection of children's books called My First BMX Race, and a book about ocean care, A Mermaid's Message. Edward has also created artistic work for big names such as Madonna and Erick Cedano. He lives in Los Angeles, California.