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“The Illuminated Forest” Wins Major Book Award April 25, 2015 – Posted in: Books, Edwin Fontanez, Illuminated Forest, News

Edwin Fontánez’s debut novel The Illuminated Forest has been designated a Finalist in the category “Best Young Adult Fiction Book – English” for the International Latino Book Awards. Presented by Latino Literacy Now, an organization co-founded by Edward James Olmos and Kirk Whisler, and co-presented by Las Comadres de las Americas, and Reforma, the National Association to Promote Library and Information Services to Latinos, the ILBA 2015 recipients include Carlos Santana, Sheila E, Richard Blanco,…

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A Picture Out of This World – Posted in: Books, Illuminated Forest, News

As The Illuminated Forest begins to find its place out in the world, we here at Exit Studio are starting to reveal some behind-the-scenes aspects of the artistic process. After the long and arduous process of writing and illustrating, one of the final steps to completing the book is to choose the cover art. Although this seems like it would be a natural part of the creative flow, it can be a tricky decision. For those who…

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Edwin Fontánez Reading/Signing at Festival de la Palabra NYC October 5, 2014 – Posted in: Activity, Books, Camila, Espanol, Events, I Promise You, Illuminated Forest, News, Poetry

Come meet author and illustrator Edwin Fontánez (On This Beautiful Island/En esta hermosa isla) at the Festival de la Palabra Children’s Book Festival from 12-5 p.m. on Sun., Oct. 26, 2014. He will read from his books and books will be available for purchase. El Museo del Barrio, 1230 Fifth Ave., New York, NY Free but tickets required. Register here.

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What is THE ILLUMINATED FOREST about? August 15, 2014 – Posted in: Books, Illuminated Forest, News

(Don’t worry, this summary contains no spoilers!) Writing The Illuminated Forest has been one of the most challenging, yet rewarding experiences in my career. If I never write another book, this one should stand as my definitive best (at least that’s how I feel!). There are so many emotional angles to it that at times during my presentations I struggle to even put its message(s) into words. Although, I personally consider the novel “cinematic,” since…

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Join the Illuminated Club! July 26, 2014 – Posted in: Books, Illuminated Forest, News

Have you read “The Illuminated Forest”? Then join our new Facebook Group “The Illuminated Club” to discuss the book with other fans. Edwin will join the discussion from time to time (feel free to ask questions!) and we’ll post exclusive extra content there. Tell your friends! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1434377836849550/

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