"On behalf of the staff, patients and families of the Department of Pediatrics, I extend our gratitude for your generous donation of your books to our patients. It is so thoughtful of you to think of the children going through treatment and to find a special way to brighten their days.We thank you for taking the time to remember the children and their families at Memorial Sloan- Kettering Cancer Center, and for being a part of bringing joy to our youngest patients." Jill Ackerman, Administrative Manager,
Department of Pediatrics, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
" The Artist Edition of THE ADVENTURES OF ISABELLA AND NATHANIEL is not only a delight to read to children of all ages, but it is a perfect "tabletop" book. The magical children's adventure captures the imagination while the amazing drawings invite you to linger on every page." Richard Bayer, SnoWonder, Santa Cruz, CA
"This book is really unique, and stands out among children's books. A lyrical, imaginative and original story, it echoes San Francisco, yet is full of surprises at every turn, and it is illustrated with lively beautifully rendered artwork. The back story, provided at the end of the book, makes the entire project more meaningful." David Bragin, Industrial Designer, Director of Creative Services, Trimensions, Inc.
"I would like to commend Joy on her brilliant artistry in: The Adventures of Isabella and Nathaniel." During my 40 year career as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, and literary coach, I have taught many literaturebased programs. Although my background is eclectic and extensive, I found Joy's book to be extrodinary in its delightful illustrations and story line. Her detailed illustrations and text will appeal to the whimsical imaginationof children.She draws and writes from the heart and bases her characters on what she feels she knows best; her family ties. Joy's book is so unique that I would suggest she created a genre of her own ."
Imogene Reber, Literary Coach MDUSD
" Joy has created a beautiful and mesmerizing visual adventure that will no doubt captivate the youngest readers. When she read the story in the classroom, the children were drawn into the detailed and colorful images that made them want to look at the book again and again. In addition to the unfolding adventure, each individual drawing is captivating and imaginative. There is no book today in children's literature that visually portrays this level of fun and adventure." Marion Waldman,Principal, ID8 Tripless Media Development LLC
"This beautiful book is a treasure to look at and to read. It is a lyrical adventure into the wonderful imagination of two children in one of th world's most magical cities. The love Joy felt in creating this book and her dedication to helping find treatment and cures for neuroblastoma permeate every image and every page. Delightful! " Abra Greenspan, Educator
" The Adventures of Isabella and Nathaniel is a wonderfully imaginative story that will appeal to children of many ages. The illustrations are lovingly crafted and convey a very special friendship between these children and their sidekicks, Tevy and Maggie. I also think it's a fantastic way to raise money for much needed neuroblastoma research. Bravo, Joy"
Sarah Sills, Graphic Designer, Brooklyn, New York
"Joy Baker lives up to her name in that there is joy floating throughout this engaging book." Audrey Lipton, Esq. New York, NY
" Thank you for sharing the information about Neuroblastoma with us. This is a great cause and you've done so much to raise awareness for all of us. I can't wait to share this book with my nephew!" Johnny T. Wong, Chase Banking Assistant Vice President, Business Banker
Department of Pediatrics, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
" The Artist Edition of THE ADVENTURES OF ISABELLA AND NATHANIEL is not only a delight to read to children of all ages, but it is a perfect "tabletop" book. The magical children's adventure captures the imagination while the amazing drawings invite you to linger on every page." Richard Bayer, SnoWonder, Santa Cruz, CA
"This book is really unique, and stands out among children's books. A lyrical, imaginative and original story, it echoes San Francisco, yet is full of surprises at every turn, and it is illustrated with lively beautifully rendered artwork. The back story, provided at the end of the book, makes the entire project more meaningful." David Bragin, Industrial Designer, Director of Creative Services, Trimensions, Inc.
"I would like to commend Joy on her brilliant artistry in: The Adventures of Isabella and Nathaniel." During my 40 year career as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, and literary coach, I have taught many literaturebased programs. Although my background is eclectic and extensive, I found Joy's book to be extrodinary in its delightful illustrations and story line. Her detailed illustrations and text will appeal to the whimsical imaginationof children.She draws and writes from the heart and bases her characters on what she feels she knows best; her family ties. Joy's book is so unique that I would suggest she created a genre of her own ."
Imogene Reber, Literary Coach MDUSD
" Joy has created a beautiful and mesmerizing visual adventure that will no doubt captivate the youngest readers. When she read the story in the classroom, the children were drawn into the detailed and colorful images that made them want to look at the book again and again. In addition to the unfolding adventure, each individual drawing is captivating and imaginative. There is no book today in children's literature that visually portrays this level of fun and adventure." Marion Waldman,Principal, ID8 Tripless Media Development LLC
"This beautiful book is a treasure to look at and to read. It is a lyrical adventure into the wonderful imagination of two children in one of th world's most magical cities. The love Joy felt in creating this book and her dedication to helping find treatment and cures for neuroblastoma permeate every image and every page. Delightful! " Abra Greenspan, Educator
" The Adventures of Isabella and Nathaniel is a wonderfully imaginative story that will appeal to children of many ages. The illustrations are lovingly crafted and convey a very special friendship between these children and their sidekicks, Tevy and Maggie. I also think it's a fantastic way to raise money for much needed neuroblastoma research. Bravo, Joy"
Sarah Sills, Graphic Designer, Brooklyn, New York
"Joy Baker lives up to her name in that there is joy floating throughout this engaging book." Audrey Lipton, Esq. New York, NY
" Thank you for sharing the information about Neuroblastoma with us. This is a great cause and you've done so much to raise awareness for all of us. I can't wait to share this book with my nephew!" Johnny T. Wong, Chase Banking Assistant Vice President, Business Banker
