Our Team
April J. Vidal
April J. Vidal
April J. Vidal
April J. Vidal is an author passionate about inspiring creativity and confidence in young learners. She is the creator of Miss April’s Dance Books, a children’s book series that blends rhythm, storytelling, and movement to make reading fun and interactive. Drawing on her lifelong love of dance and teaching, April crafts engaging stories t
April J. Vidal is an author passionate about inspiring creativity and confidence in young learners. She is the creator of Miss April’s Dance Books, a children’s book series that blends rhythm, storytelling, and movement to make reading fun and interactive. Drawing on her lifelong love of dance and teaching, April crafts engaging stories that encourage children to explore self-expression, perseverance, and joy.
email: aprilvidal1@gmail.com
Julia Peralta
April J. Vidal
April J. Vidal
If kindness could skip, dance, and wag its tail, it would look just like Scottie, Julia Peralta’s S.K.I.P. Superstar. Julia is a retired teacher who spent 34 years inspiring students to learn with creativity, courage, and kindness. As a former NFL Cheerleader, dance coach, and children’s book author, she fills her stories with rhythm, t
If kindness could skip, dance, and wag its tail, it would look just like Scottie, Julia Peralta’s S.K.I.P. Superstar. Julia is a retired teacher who spent 34 years inspiring students to learn with creativity, courage, and kindness. As a former NFL Cheerleader, dance coach, and children’s book author, she fills her stories with rhythm, teamwork, and joy.
She created S.K.I.P. (Show Kindness In Person), a movement that encourages children, schools, and families to make kindness a daily adventure. Through Scottie, Julia reminds readers to S.K.I.P. their way through every day.
Martin Harrell
Crane Books - Founder
Crane Books - Founder
Martin Harrell is a lifelong musician whose life inspired the memoir BACKSTAGE – Behind the Curtains with the Greatest Entertainers of the 20th Century. Drawing from decades of firsthand experiences and rare personal encounters with legendary performers, BACKSTAGE captures the human side of fame — the laughter, struggles, and unforgettabl
Martin Harrell is a lifelong musician whose life inspired the memoir BACKSTAGE – Behind the Curtains with the Greatest Entertainers of the 20th Century. Drawing from decades of firsthand experiences and rare personal encounters with legendary performers, BACKSTAGE captures the human side of fame — the laughter, struggles, and unforgettable moments that defined an era.
Martin first collaborated with Darryl Vidal in 2015 to bring BACKSTAGE to life, blending Martin’s vivid recollections with Darryl’s storytelling and publishing expertise to create a behind-the-scenes journey through the golden age of entertainment.
In 2025, the two reunited to produce the Second Edition, expanding the collection with new stories, photos, and reflections that honor the timeless influence of the artists who shaped modern music and stage performance — ensuring that their legacies continue to inspire future generations.
Crane Books - Founder
Crane Books - Founder
Crane Books - Founder
Darryl Vidal is the publisher and Editor of Crane Books, a hybrid publishing company dedicated to helping new and experienced authors bring their visions to reality. With more than two decades of experience in both traditional and self-publishing, Darryl has guided the development of dozens of titles across genres including children’s lit
Darryl Vidal is the publisher and Editor of Crane Books, a hybrid publishing company dedicated to helping new and experienced authors bring their visions to reality. With more than two decades of experience in both traditional and self-publishing, Darryl has guided the development of dozens of titles across genres including children’s literature, memoir, educational works, and historical non-fiction.