Mr. Van Alstyne is an Independant fantasy and folklore author / publisher who writes for children and adults alike. He draws on his experiences as a chef making cakes, cookies, sugarplums and other tasty confections. As a Navy veteran Mr. Van Alstyne has traveled the world learning about local folklore and mythology. A devotee of the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Anderson and Roald Dahl, his books fit into the faerie tale and children’s book genres. His Henry P. Twist series is unique. The protagonist is an elderly baker. This makes the series great for grandparents to read to their grandchildren. Mr. Van Alstyne has two children and lives in Texas.

Mehrdokht Amini is an award winning illustrator based in the UK. She has illustrated many children’s picture books. Her cover designs for B.W. Van Alstyne’s “The Sweet Adventures of Henry P. Twist” and “The Sweet Adventures of Henry P. Twist – The Island of Milk and Honey,” are pure magic!

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Some of her clients include: The British Museum Press, UK, Chronicle Books, US, Random House, US, Harcourt Publishing, US, Stentor Publication, Poland, Houghton Mifflin, and Simon & Schuster, US and Lantana Publishing, UK, just to name a few.

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You can learn more about her by visiting her Website 

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M. Sidney Atkins is an autistic illustrator on the part of the spectrum known as Asperger’s Syndrome. Born and raised in Bryan/College Station, Texas, Sidney is a third generation participant in a local, family-owned store: Brazos Natural Foods. While retail keeps the family busy, Sidney spends hours of free time drawing, creating new characters and writing stories for them. “Under the Crescent Moon” is Sidney’s first published illustrated work.

Ms. Albanese is a highly gifted Italian illustrator with impeccable talent and an eye for her craft. Having worked as a designer in the fashion industry for 8 years, she decided to dedicate herself entirely to the art of illustration while continually exploring and growing as an artist. Though her personal works usually delve into the realms of fantasy, Celtic/northern spirituality, and mythology, Ms. Albanese continues to take on commissioned projects that are usually in the gaming and publishing industry. Ms. Albanese’s work has also been featured in expositions in Italy and the UK.

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Mrs. Sharon Van Alstyne was the mother of three children. One of those children is the Author/Publisher B. W. Van Alstyne. She was a professional model and was known throughout modeling circuits as “The Contessa.” As an actress, she made appearances in such hit television shows as Spencer for Hire and Against the Law. 

This book of poetry reflects her thoughts and emotions in the 1980’s