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About the Author
Brooklyn-born R. A. Bellson is a seasoned storyteller, award-winning videographer, avid historic preservationist, and NYC history buff. He is also a professional singer and pianist with performance credits in North America and Europe, having resided for extended periods of time in Italy, Spain, France, and Sweden.
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An advocate for mutual respect and tolerance, R.A. Bellson is dedicated to making a better society in which to live – possibly explaining why Charcoal D. Elph chose him to tell his tale.
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R. A. Bellson holds degrees in Architecture and Museum Education/Administration, and has extensive experience writing speeches and presentations, scripts, and media relations. He maintains a home in Ocean County, New Jersey.
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Charcoal the Elf, Book One: Up Top, the first in a three-part series of books, is R. A. Bellson’s first work as a novelist.
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