“The Riverndish” by Melissa Yandle is among the books displayed by Author Reputation Press during the 76th Frankfurt Book Fair in Frankfurt, Germany, on October 16-20, 2024.
The 76th Frankfurter Buchmesse (16–20 October 2024) puts a spotlight on current topics in the world of international publishing and on today’s socio-political issues. At the same time, it is expanding the venues that allow readers and authors to interact, with an emphasis this year on the growing desire younger readers have to engage with literature. The book fair’s opening ceremony took place on 15 October 2024 under the motto “FBM24 is Read!ng—Read. Reflect. Relate.”
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This year, Frankfurter Buchmesse is once again demonstrating its indispensability as a venue for professional exchange in the global book industry, thanks to its fully booked Literary Agents & Scouts Centre (LitAg), the largest meeting place of its kind worldwide, as well as an expanded audio area and an increase in international stages and trade events, including high-ranking CEO talks.
The mission of Author Reputation Press is to foster literary connections between authors and readers. In line with this, ARP displayed several of its remarkable books at the largest book trade fair in the world. The book gallery was even more interesting because of the large variety of genres in the exhibition.
“The Riverndish” by Melissa Yandle is a heartwarming fantasy adventure that weaves the tale of a hidden magical planet, Valarious, and its dedicated inhabitants, the Valarins, whose sole purpose is to grant the wishes of mankind. Central to their mission is the nurturing of the mystical Riverndish, a magical creature that feeds on human hopes and dreams, manifesting them into reality.
The book was among the books displayed by Author Reputation Press during the 2024 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (LATFOB) at the University of Southern California on April 20–21, 2024. The LATFOB is considered one of the world’s most significant literary gatherings. It has been held every year since 1996 with the goal of bringing together the people who create books and the people who love to read them. It is attended by more than 550 authors, celebrities, storytellers, and hundreds of exhibitors. The Los Angeles Times is the country’s biggest metropolitan daily newspaper, with more than 40 million unique latimes.com visitors monthly, a Sunday print readership of 1.6 million, and a combined print and online local weekly viewership of 4.4 million. The Pulitzer Prize-winning Times has been covering Southern California for more than 140 years.
A Hollywood Movie Script Coverage for “The Riverndish” has been released for the book’s qualification for a Hollywood screen adaptation. The story explores themes of loss, memory, and the enduring power of hope. It celebrates the unseen connections that bind the cosmos, depicting the journey of a wish as a metaphor for the trials and tribulations faced by everyone in pursuit of their deepest desires. The story promises to resonate with audiences through its heartfelt examination of universal emotions, set against a backdrop of cosmic wonder and fantastic adventures.
Author Melissa Yandle is a medical assistant employed at Seattle Children’s Hospital in Washington State. She loves the great outdoors, hiking, camping, fishing, good music, and spending time with family. MJ believes the most important thing is family. Life is too short; hug your loved ones and tell them you love them often. Enjoy every moment you can with them.
The author shared that, “Growing up I had a creative imagination as most children do. I always had so many unanswered questions, fantasies, wishes and dreams. My life has taken me on many journeys. I have written this book to take you on one and I hope you enjoy the journey as much as I had fun writing it.”
She was interviewed by CBS Radio’s host, Benji Cole. The interview in the People of Distinction program is about discussing the message of the book as well as the author’s purpose for writing this masterpiece.
Get to know more about the author and the work as you listen to the full interview below:
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