Elia Anazaldua is a nine year old Afro-Latina living in a magical place called the Bronx. She lives with her Padre and Madre, and a cat named Lola. On her birthday, her Padre who is built like he can snatch a star from the sky - does just that and more! He gives Elia the moon to braid in her hair! A story of the power of love and a lesson in sharing! What happens when you keep the Sun beneath your pillow and the stars in your pockets?