Made For Success Publishing

07/03/2025

📚✨ What a fantastic turnout at Barnes & Noble to celebrate two amazing debut books!

Ravyn Brown (Broken Reflection) and Amber Braxton (Leo the Ladybug) have each released their first published book, and the energy in the store made it clear—this is just the beginning for both of them!

We're so proud to support these rising voices in YA fiction and children's literature. Thank you to everyone who came out to meet the authors, grab a signed copy, and celebrate the power of storytelling!

Missed the event? Grab your copy here:
👉 Leo the Ladybug – https://a.co/d/9BTGKoO
👉 Broken Reflection – https://a.co/d/fULxLhu

06/29/2025

📚 Join us for a special Author Event at Barnes & Noble Issaquah!

We’re excited to celebrate two amazing Made for Success authors at a book signing event: Sunday, June 29th!

🐞 Amber Braxton, author of Leo the Ladybug: A Journey of Growth and Wonder, will be reading during storytime at 11:00 AM, followed by a book signing. Amber’s charming book blends illustrations with her own nature photography to take young readers on a heartfelt journey of growth and discovery—perfect for ages 5–9!

🪞 Then from 1:00–3:00 PM, meet Ravyn Brown, author of Broken Reflection, a powerful YA sci-fi debut that dives into identity, parallel realities, and the strength it takes to face your true self. Ravyn just graduated from high school, and this brilliant first novel is already making waves.

📍 Barnes & Noble – 775 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA

If you can't make it to the event, get your copy at www.BarnesandNoble.com
(or wherever you buy books!).


Amber Braxton Photography

06/27/2025

🌟 From Championship Courts to Royal Courts... 🌟

Welcome to the unexpected consequences of being a best-selling author!

We’re thrilled to share that Rusty Komori, author of Superior: Creating a Superior Culture of Excellence, has been knighted by Prince Rafael of the Royal House of Cappadocia—the oldest Royal Order in the world!

At a regal ceremony in Chicago, Rusty was honored under the categories of Arts and Philanthropy for his powerful contributions to society through leadership, service, and personal excellence.

As a legendary high school tennis coach with 22 consecutive state titles, Rusty developed a proven blueprint for building a culture of excellence—one that now empowers CEOs, athletes, and organizations worldwide.

Rusty, we’re so proud to publish your work and celebrate this incredible milestone with you. 👏

📘 Superior is available here: https://a.co/d/7JtVfNe
(and everywhere books are sold).

www.rustykomori.com

06/19/2025

🎉 Big congratulations to Rayvn Brown on the release of their debut novel, Broken Reflection!

While most high school seniors were focused on finals and graduation, Ravyn was finishing a genre-bending novel that takes readers from small-town mystery into the depths of an inter-dimensional prison—where betrayal, buried family secrets, and unexpected allies await.

Written throughout their high school years, Broken Reflection introduces a bold new voice in YA fiction. Inspired by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, Ravyn’s storytelling blends rich world-building with deep emotional themes of identity, trust, and legacy.

📚 Available now on Amazon: https://a.co/d/dHDhk3g
(or wherever books are sold!)

06/16/2025

📚 Just Released: "Leo the Ladybug – A Journey of Growth and Wonder" 🐞

We’re so excited to share "Leo the Ladybug"—a heartwarming new children’s book that’s perfect for sparking curiosity and courage in young readers!

Written by nature photographer Amber Braxton and beautifully illustrated by Brooke White, this unique story combines stunning photography with playful artwork to bring Leo’s incredible transformation to life.

From tiny egg to brave little bug, Leo’s journey reminds us that change is beautiful—and bravery comes in all sizes. 🧡

Whether you're a parent, teacher, librarian, or just someone who loves great children's books, this one’s a must-have on your shelf!

Grab your copy here: https://a.co/d/iepvFjJ

✨ All proceeds benefit The Braxton Foundation, supporting Amber and Sean Braxton’s sustainable homestead and environmental education work.

🌱 Learn more at www.thebraxtonfoundation.org

06/01/2025

🌈 Celebrate the Start of Pride Month

Join us today & Noble (Issaquah Commons WA) for a book signing with Josee Amiel-Perez, author of Journey to Lavender—a powerful and heartfelt story about identity, acceptance, and a mother’s unconditional love.

🗓 Today | 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Barnes & Noble | 775 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA

If you can’t make it in person, you can still get your copy of Journey to Lavender here at B&N or anywhere books are sold!

04/16/2025

Cash Nickerson’s The Seven Tensions of Negotiation is part philosophy, part practical guide, and part martial arts metaphor, all wrapped in a sharp, seasoned perspective on what it really means to …

04/14/2025

If ever there was a time for stories about empathy, courage, and connection—it’s now.

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04/02/2025

Made For Success Publishing is thrilled to announce the launch of
"Journey to Lavender: Embracing Gender Identity with Love, Learning, and Acceptance" by Josee Amiel-Perez! 💜

This powerful and heartfelt book shares a mother’s journey to understand, support, and celebrate her child’s gender identity. With honesty, vulnerability, and love, Josee offers a guiding light for families navigating their own paths — and a message of acceptance for all.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or ally, "Journey to Lavender" is a must-read reminder that every child deserves to be seen, heard, and loved for who they are.

🌈Congratulations, Josee, on this beautiful and important release! 👏

Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/iUu9ixW

03/31/2025

🌈 Join us in celebrating visibility, love, and acceptance! 🌈

Tomorrow, April 1st, we proudly launch "Journey to Lavender: Embracing Gender Identity with Love, Learning, and Acceptance" by debut author Josee Amiel-Perez 💜

But TODAY, we invite you to meet Josee in person at Bellevue City Hall from 3:30 to 6:30 PM for International Transgender Day of Visibility—a special event honoring the lives and contributions of transgender and non-binary people, while raising awareness about the discrimination many still face.

📖 Come by to hear Josee’s story, learn more about her powerful new book, and stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community.

📍 Bellevue City Hall
🕞 Today, March 31 | 3:30–6:30 PM

🛒 Pre-order the book now: https://tinyurl.com/4nwzfne7

10/09/2024

Check out the new line of apparel, inspired by the cover art from Rusty Komori's bestselling book Superior. Who do you think looks more superior in this shirt, Magnum PI actor Stephen Hill or Bryan in the desert?

https://www.rustykomori.com/category/all-products

08/15/2024

A big shoutout to author Patricia Ann on her debut memoir. This is a gripping story about the journey through the crippling loss of her husband and the journey to thriving.