Leo Romero stands as a foundational figure in Latino letters. With six books of poetry and a book of short fiction to his name, Romero's contribution to the literary canon is profound and enduring.

Bringing together for the first time his new and selected poems, Trees Dream of Water reflects Romero's journey from youth to maturity as a person and a poet, and his deep connection to New Mexico and its culture. Traversed by memory, myth, and observation of the natural world, these poems explore family, community belonging and conflict, life as an artist, and the cycles of life and death. This lyrical anthology includes accompanying essays to illuminate Romero's life and work for longtime admirers and new readers alike.