Michael A. Pyle's Blog, page 170
May 30, 2015
Eden Crane, @edencranedesign, a Book Designer with great talent
I mentioned in a previous blog that I had met author Julia Crane, and I talked about her books. I mentioned in the blog that Eden Crane designs Julia’s books and other marketing materials, and that I was impressed with Eden’s work. Eden Crane deserves her own post. She even makes the banner pages for Facebook. I love the links to social media she’s put on her page and Julia Crane’s page, although I noticed that, probably because of age difference, Eden doesn’t have Pinterest. I told her today I’d consider using her on my next book and maybe even for some related materials in advance.
Check out her stuff her incredible work:
http://www.edencranedesigns.com
Eden’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/EdenCraneDesign
May 29, 2015
Julia Crane, young adult author at #BEA15
I met author Julia Crane at Book Expo America #BEA15, the author of a number of young adult books. I’ve read some of her work, and although I’m not the audience, I found her writing bright and uplifting. I learned about her prior books and series, and her latest.
I told her about The Chiles Academy in Daytona Beach, Florida, and she gave me additional books in the latest series for the students at the Academy. I also met her daughter, Eden Crane, who is a graphic designer. Eden has created Julia’s book covers and other materials, and works for others as well.
Just look at the web site and you will be impressed. I believe I understood that Eden started her company while still in high school.
Everything about the Crane women is impressive – Julia’s books, Eden’s graphic design work, the package of marketing materials, and their overall good spirit, interest and insightfulness.
https://www.facebook.com/juliacraneauthor?fref=ts
And check out Eden Crane’s incredible work too:
http://www.edencranedesigns.com
Eden’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/EdenCraneDesign
Don Tate, Author signs books at #BEA15
I met Don Tate at Book Expo America #bea15. He wrote The Remarkable Story of George Moses Horton Poet, along with many other historical stories for young people. Being very gracious, he signed one copy for young author Imon Neveah and another for The Chiles Academy.
Don Tate writes important stories for young people. The blurb about his book, Poet, says: “In the nineteenth century, North Carolina slave George Moses Horton taught himself to read and earned money to purchase his time away from his master though not his freedom. Horton became the first African American to be published in the South, protesting slavery in the form of verse.”
http://dontate.com/books/poet-the-remarkable-story-of-george-moses-horton/
Don Tate signs his book at #BEA15
I met Don Tate at #bea15. He wrote The Remarkable Story of George Moses Horton. Being very gracious, he signed one copy for young author Imon Neveah and another for The Chiles Academy.
Kichael Koryta signs copies of his new book, Last Words at #BEA15
Michael Koryta has written a new book, called Last Words. About one of his prior works, Steven King has said, “THE RIDGE is a classic ghost story, penned by a master. I couldn’t put it down, even though I almost screamed when the wind blew a branch against the tree outside my study. Yes, it’s that scary.”
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Lynda Jones-Burns, author of A Complicated Love Story at #BEA15
I met Lynda Jones-Burns, author of A Complicated Love Story at Book Expo America, #BEA15. She wrote a very interesting novel that is perfect for the students of The Chiles Academy in Daytona Beach. It even has discussion questions at the end. She was moved by the mission of the Chiles Academy and signed two books for me. She also said she wants to know more about the school and may stop there sometime.
Julia Chadwell, Author of Little Texas Sweetheart at #BEA15
I met Julia Chadwell, author of Little Texas Sweetheart at Book Expo America in New York, #BEA15. It’s a true story about the authors struggle to overcome being a battered woman. She signed a copy to the Students of the Chiles Academy of Daytona Beach, Florida, a charter school for teen mothers, and a caregiving facility for their children and other children. She also intends to send them more copies as a donation. The woman who’s sitting is the author’s daughter. I gave them a copy of my book, White Sugar, Brown Sugar as well.
Former child star Lisa Jakub signed copies of her book at #BEA15
Former child star, Lisa Jakub signed copies of her book, “You Look Like that Girl,” at Book Expo America #BEA15 in NYC. She signed one to the Students of The Chiles Academy for me.
Shirley Graves, Author of Clara’s Christmas Miracle, signed books at #BEA15
I met author Shirley Graves, author of Clara’s Christmas Miracle, at Book Expo America, #BEA15, in New York City.
Author Ernest Cline Signs Copies of Armada at #BEA15
Author Ernest Cline signed hundreds of copies of his newest book, Armada at Book Expo America, #BEA15 in New York.
