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ARIEL MENDEZ

AUTHOR + ILLUSTRATOR + INSTRUCTOR

I teach writers how to strategically

self-publish their books and avoid publication-overwhelm. 

Do you want to publish a book but don't know where to begin?

Let me help you!

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Did you know that I am a self-taught illustrator?

View my portfolio and illustrated children's books.

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ABOUT

I am a children's book author/illustrator. My first self-published children's book was selected as a Kickstarter “Project We Love”. I illustrated Hair Like Me that was featured on NBC and HLN, My First Book of Shona and Ndebele Words for the two native languages of Zimbabwe, and A Promise To Grow in partnership with the non-profit City of Promise and the VA Humanities; all of which were independently published books. I have worked with The Writer's Center, the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, and various other organizations.

I would love to work with you too!

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WHAT  PEOPLE  SAY

Writing on Tablet

J.C. SKI

Really helped guide me through the self-publishing process. Thank you for helping me bring my story to children of the world.

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CHRIS JAMES

You did a great job with this class.

I would recommend it to other writers.

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C. KAPIKIAN

You are a superb teacher.  We all benefitted from your excellent organizational skills, knowledge of your field, prioritizing and economy of delivery, and engaging enthusiasm for the subject you love. Many thanks for splendid work.

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