Michelle Izmaylov
Michelle Izmaylov | |
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| File:MichelleIzmaylov.jpg | |
| Occupation | Author |
| Genre | Science-fiction and fantasy |
| Notable works | Dream Saver and The Galacteran Legacy series |
| Website | |
| http://thegalacteranlegacy.com | |
Michelle L. Izmaylov (born on March 30, 1991 in Los Angeles, California) is an accomplished writer of fantasy-fiction books for young adults and the author of bestseller "Dream Saver" [1]. The Pocket Watch, Izmaylov's first novel, was published when she was 11. Izmaylov's second book, Dream Saver was published traditionally through Mercury Publishing when Izmaylov won an essay contest with the publisher.[1] The book rose to number 5 on Barnes & Noble's daily Top 10 fantasy fiction best-seller list.[1] Her third novel, Galaxy Watch, was released in January 2009.
Izmaylov, a first-generation Russian-American,[2] lives in Atlanta, Georgia and graduated from Alpharetta High School in 2009. In 2008, she was selected as a member of 21st Century Leader's 20 Under 20.[3]. In May 2009, she joined FutureWord Publishing as Editor of Science-Ficton, Fantasy and Futuristic novels.[4]
Izmaylov also has a sister named Nicole Izmaylov, who is currently writing her own book.
References
- ^ a b c Porterfield, Lisa (2008-09-11). "Meet best-selling teen author Michelle Izmaylov". CNN. Retrieved 2008-09-18.
- ^ "Sixteen-year Old And First-generation Russian Student Signs With Mercury Publishing, Designating Royalties To Charities". News Balze. April 30, 2007. Retrieved 2008-09-18.
- ^ "20-Under 20-Michelle-Izmaylov". 21st Century Leaders. 2008. Retrieved 2008-12-02.
- ^ "FutureWord Publishing". FutureWord Publishing. 2010. Retrieved 2010-12-06.
External links
- Official website
- First chapter of Galaxy Watch
- 20 Under 20
- Atlanta Journal-Constitution Interview
- CNN Interview
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