A tribute to John Lennon, as seen through the eyes of one fan, following John's footsteps from his birth in Liverpool, onto London, with the Beatles onto the world, and then onto his tragic death in New York City. The book is illustrated with art and with evacative photographs near and around the Dakota and Central Park by the author. The 'letters' are written in the form of terse verse. There are interactive pages where the reader can (but is not required to) insert their own comments, stories, thoughts, art, photos or memorabilia about John Lennon. Each book becomes a unique stand alone edition, wherein the reader can finish the creative process begun by the author. This book is a must have for all John Lennon fans and makes a great gift book for the holidays, or anytime. A library edition is in the works (where the reader may not make any entries). In addition, the author is preparing a new work about John Lennon, with several editions, in which more fans and friends will be included and is actively seeking additional submissions. She maybe contacted at WriterMyst@aol.com. The new edition will have an introduction by Sid Bernstein, famed agent to the stars and the man who is responsible to bringing the Beatles to the USA. The new book will come with a CD and or DVD. Samples of the videos can be seen on YouTube, by going to the user, Katchka1. Musicians and actors and other artists who wish to contribute to the CD or DVD may contact the author at WriterMyst@aol, for further information.
Judith Furedi was born in Communist Hungary. The family moved when Judith was only six years old Israel to live in the Negev. She later lived and attended school in Ramat Gan and Holon, a suburb of Tel Aviv.
The family emigrated once again when Judith was ten to the USA. They lived in a boarding house in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. Her mother was a seamstress in a sweatshop and then when on to work on the costumes to the stars at the Metropolitan Opera. Her father gained employment at a fellow Hungarian's large textile company.
When Judith was admitted to the High School of Music & Art - where she majored in Art - the family moved into Manhattan, permanently.
Judith majored in English and attended Stony Brook University and CCNY. Upon graduation she received the David Markovitz Award for Best Poet from the English Department.
WIthin a year, her poetry was set to music by avant garde composer Paul Reif and the piece, entitled 'Duo For Three,' was performed at Carnegie Recital Hall and recorded on Grenadilla Records.
Ms. Furedi worked in publishing and later went on to obtain her MS. in Special Education from Hunter College. She taught for 11 years in East Harlem while continuing to write poetry and prose.
Her first book was published in 2002 by Lucky & Me Productions, Inc.: 'Dear John: Letters from a Fan in New York City, AN INTERACTIVE BOOK.' It gained critical acclaim and became a prototype for her current book. 'Dear John" is now a collectors' item for John Lennon and Beatle fans.
Her second book, 'john lennon: in their own write, a loving tribute from his friends and fans,' was lauched on December 5, 2009 at Bloomingdale's Flagship store in Manhattan, with a joint book signing with Sid Bernstein, the legendary promoter (author of 'Sid Bernstein Calling'.
Sid Bernstein, the Man who brought the Beatles to the USA provides the foreword to Judith's new book. 'john lennon: in their own write,' has contributions from many other celebrities such as May Pang. There are anecdotes, interviews quotes by family, friends and friends.
The coffee table book contains lavish illustrations by artists and fans and photographs by the notable Dave Beckerman, the recent recipient of The Best Central Park Photographer of the Year Award. His photos are on exhibit in many places such as at the Hilton at Ground Zero. Judith was privileged to work with Dave, who also provided the cover image for her current book.
Ms. Furedi is currently revising a suspense novel with glamorous characters ripped from Page 6, of 'The New York Post' set in New York City and at a sizzling, undisclosed location.
She is also also putting the finishing touches on a travel novel about her adventures in Europe.
Her third major project is a work in progress, a generational saga set in her native Hungary.
Judith is currently giving interviews for print, television and radio.
Ms. Furedi lives and work in Manhattan.
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