Where creativity is always at home.
Dear Browser,
Welcome to Ya Media, a collection of music, art and literary stuff. Over the years, I have completed a range of homebaked projects. I hope my endeavours will inspire you to have a go, and bring those ideas, dreams and concepts to life.
For creative chat, why not join the forum and share your artistic experiences. Do you have advise for artists, writers, musicians or teachers hoping to bring creativity into the classroom? Or suggestions for a great website?
Best regards
Clive
'Vividly creepy... keeps the reader nicely on edge.
Martin is a skilful wordsmith.' (Pen Press)
A Runaway. A dying star. A doorway to another world.
The Children's Best Book 2013.
Her love for the stars is absolute.
Now they are dying.
When Iris stumbles across a secret world populated by cats, she soon discovers only she has the key to saving the stars.
Gavin Preebot is bent on revenge.
The cat hating ex-con is on the rampage and won’t rest until he finds his way back to a place he
can’t forget.
It’s a race against time as Iris and
her sidekick Alphard search for an answer to the mystery and save the world from eternal darkness.
With action and adventure, this is a story to intrigue and enthrall.
The Artic Melvin album Fake Colour is a pop masterpiece. Fusing synth pop, guitar rock and soul, Melvin has struck gold. 10/10 from New Stars 2013. Available to download at www.itunes2013.com
PRESS RELEASE: Ya Books are proud to announce the release of ‘Iris’, a book by children’s author C.A. Martin. Iris is the story of a troubled girl from a broken home with a passion for astronomy and a penchant for running away. The environment, astronomy and animals all feature in this story, which should please a diverse range of readers, both boys and girls.“As writer, illustrator and publisher of Iris, this has been a very steep learning curve for me. I hope it will be a source of inspiration to my students and anyone else who has ever thought – I’d like to write a book.”
Ya Books is an independent publishing company established in 2010. Our first title, 'Iris' by C.A. Martin, is book one in The Starcity Mysteries trilogy. This is an exciting time for Ya Books, with book signings, radio and press interviews to launch our first title. Aimed at children 8+, 'Iris' is a challenging and exciting story that takes the reader on a journey around the world, as our heroine tries to save a dying star.This Summer, we are pleased to announce the release of our Kindle Edition of 'Iris', which is now available to download via Amazon.
PRESS RELEASE: Ya Books are proud to announce the release of ‘Iris’, a book by children’s author C.A. Martin. Iris is the story of a troubled girl from a broken home with a passion for astronomy and a penchant for running away. The environment, astronomy and animals all feature in this story, which should please a diverse range of readers, both boys and girls.“As writer, illustrator and publisher of Iris, this has been a very steep learning curve for me. I hope it will be a source of inspiration to my students and anyone else who has ever thought – I’d like to write a book.”
'Cash Machine is incredibly dreamy. A great track.'
(Al Scott, Producer Bomb The Bass and The Mission)
'Iris was very enjoyable to read. It kept me entertained... an interesting plot.
I read many things that I didn’t expect. I especially enjoyed the mix between reality and fantasy. The setting was original and unique, which pulled me in.
I was very intrigued by it... the time setting was modern. I was especially impressed by C.A.'s ability to describe objects and backgrounds in depth…. a strong plot and detail. Most of all, it is extremely original. A great achievement.' (Costantino, aged 15)
'My 8 and 11 year old loved the book. A challenging read... A page turner that kept us enthralled all summer. I would highly recommend Iris.'
(J.Bennet, parent)
'Your book is a great mix of thill and adventure and as the story builds on, I am amazed at how well you got me to read on. You got me to stay up till 11pm because of how hard it was for me to put down the book. Three words: Thrilling,Gripping and Hilarious.P.S. I tried out your tips on writing and they really help!'
(Nav)
'I really enjoyed it!'
(Poppy, aged 11)
I read Iris with great enthusiasm and found the story line utterly spellbinding. Not only has the main heroin my name but also the same adventurer spirit which made it a very personal read. And I loved the ideas of having the cats as our stars. All in all a wonderful read not only for teenagers, and an exciting page-turner. Now waiting for the movie.
(Iris B, grown-up)
Reviews
Book Launch
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AUDIO BOOK 2013
and The Single
The video 'Let Us Down' was directed, filmed and edited by Simon
Corris of Amulet Films. Thank you Simon for your vision, planning,
and commitment. 10 /10.
The track 'Let Us Down' features on the album Fake Colour by Artic Melvin.
KINDLE EDITION
Winner of BBC SCR Unsigned Demo Of The Week
A musical tale about Sam, a letter who gets lost in the post.
SAM, THE LITTLE LOST LETTER
This soundtrack contains 9 songs based on the original story by Artic Melvin. Songs written and performed by A.M. Listen to a compilation here.
Who knows
where it will end...
It's home movie time...
vcvcvBienvenido a Ya los medios de comunicación, una colección de música, arte y otras cosas literaria. Con los años, he realizado a serie de proyectos excéntricos caseras. Espero que mis esfuerzos le inspirará a tener un ir y traer esas ideas, sueños y conceptos a la vida.
Para charla creativo, por qué no participar en el foro? Comparte tus experiencias artísticas.
Tiene algún consejo para los artistas, escritores o músicos? O sugerencias para
gran sitio web. Inglés. música rock, arte, pop.
Bienvenue sur Ya médias, un recueil de musique, d'art et des trucs littéraire. Au fil des ans, j'ai réalisé une série de projets excentriques homebaked. J'espère que mes efforts vous incitera à avoir un aller, et mettre ces idées, les rêves et les concepts de vie.
Pour le chat créatif, pourquoi ne pas participer au forum? Partagez vos expériences artistiques.
Avez-vous des conseils pour les artistes, écrivains ou musiciens? Ou des suggestions pour
super site. Anglais. rock, art, pop.
Witamy Ya Media, biblioteka muzyki, sztuki i rzeczy literackiej. Z biegiem lat, ukoczyam szereg homebaked projektów Oddball. Mam nadziej, e moje wysiki zainspiruj Ci mie go i przynie te pomysy, marzenia i pomysy w ycie.
Do twórczej rozmowy, dlaczego nie doczy do forum? Podziel si dowiadczenia artystyczne.
Czy masz jakie rady dla artystów, pisarzy i muzyków? Lub sugestie
wspaniaa strona. Angielski. rock, muzyka, sztuka, pop.
Benvenuti a Ya Media, una raccolta di musica, arte e roba letteraria. Nel corso degli anni, ho completato una serie di progetti stravaganti homebaked. Spero che i miei sforzi vi spingerà a avere un andare, e portare le idee, i sogni e concetti alla vita.
Per la chat creativo, perché non partecipare al forum? Condividi le tue esperienze artistiche.
Avete qualche consiglio per artisti, scrittori o musicisti? O suggerimenti per
grande sito. Inglese. roccia, musica, arte, pop.
Click here for additional film and video credits.
'Let Us Down' was inspired by the story of Selinah, a victim of Aids. If you would like to know more about Selinah, please cick below.
This month, Clive hooked-up with the talents of Wilcko and Erkan Mustafa to produce this music video. 'Omsong' is a Ska classic for the modern age. Shot in London's West End, it marks a new creative path
for Ya Media.
Wilcko, Franky Fryer, new single, OMSONG, featuring Erkan Mustafa, AKA: 'Roland' of Grange Hill.
Wilcko and Erkan (Roland Browning) Mustafa
'Let Us Down' on YouTube
'Omsong' on YouTube
Music and audio production and mastering provided by Crypt Studios.
Featuring Hal and Ruben, these are home movies with a twist. Turn up, relax and enjoy.