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Melanie's father Tom Maddy was a performer in the Maddy Brother's band and he wrote a song called "My Crazy Old Heart", which inspired Melanie to name her publishing company Crazy Heart Publishing.  
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About Us

My dream of turning the song,
"In A Child's Eye's" into a children's book
​became a reality in 2014.   


This is a heartfelt story and song about a day filled with adventures with Grandfather and Grandson spending time together on the river.  The beautifully Illustrated pages by Celia Marie Baker complete a beautiful story about life continuing on whether we falter or whether we fly.  
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Learn more about Celia Baker at www.thebookwood.com

Melanie Maddy
Author

Melanie and her husband live in a log home on Camano Island, Washington. She loves the outdoors, creating gardens, making salsa and entertaining family and friends around a bonfire at their home. She has 5 children and several grandchildren that keep her heart full and her calendar busy. She is a talented song writer, singer and author who is passionate about sharing her history of the Pacific Northwest and her memories of her grandparents.

Celia Marie Baker
Illustrator

Native to the great Northwest, Celia Marie Baker lives in Snohomish, Washington with her loving husband and their three energetic little boys. Celia graduated form Cornish College of the Arts in 2008. She has illustrated several books for various local self publishing authors. Thanks to a grandpa who let her take sips from his travel mug, Celia loves coffee. She also loves books and spending time with her family.   
Melanie's children
Melanie's grandchildren
Melanie & her children
Melanie's grandson
Melanie and Celia
Melanie's work space

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"The Long Way to Town" 
 Available today!

A story about a young girl who spent summers with her grandparents  in Mazama, Washington in the 1960's. Where a  visit to town was an all day excursion full of adventures, picnics, ice cream cones and visiting neighbors along the way. A true story based on memories of Melanie and her special time with her grandparents. Living simple,  always busy making bread, picking berries, or washing clothes in a washtub,  gathering fresh water from an old pump at the local grange hall that is still standing today..... in today's busy world this book reflects a lifestyle that has past, but should be shared and appreciated.
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What Our Customers Are Saying

I have three children and they all love In A Child's Eyes! My daughter loves the Look and Find hidden images. My son listens to the song and follows along in the book. Mom loves the interaction we have while reading".  ~Andrea


"The illustrations are very different and special. They remind me of a painting".  ~Ryan

"A classic story from the heart. For any child who has special times with their grandparents or having adventures outside. We really enjoy reading this to our  kids".  ~Laura

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