Cindy Seip, Director of Book Design

Born with a crayon in one hand and a camera in the other, Cindy Seip has never ventured far from her creative instincts. Through the years, her creative side took hairpin turns but always finished with a checkered flag.



As an “A+” student in art, it was her 12th-grade art teacher, Mr. Popovitch, that set her on a professional course in design, introducing her to the Ft. Lauderdale Art Institute. There, she would earn her degree in Advertising Design.



She began her career at the Miami Herald Tropic Magazine and later started her own design + underwater portrait photography business.

 Over the years, Seip has amassed an impressive client list with some high-profile names like Sony, Nasdaq, Ericsson, Blue Cross Blue Shield, AvMed, Miami International Book Fair, Breakthrough Miami, and many more. Her accolades reflect her keen eye for design.

Seip resides in sunny Miami with her husband, Miami Herald Photojournalist, Al Diaz, two great kids, and a cute Wheaten Terrier named Amanda Bubbles.

21st Century Woman

By Cheryl A. Patella

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: A 21st Century Woman embraces the realization of the many things that have happened in our century and the incredible advances hard won by other women. Just a few examples of rights that we didn’t have 100 years ago are: the right to vote, the right for birth control, the right to own property, the right to go and get an education, the right to go to law school, the right to hold a position in the senate, congress and the judicial system.

Some don’t realize how our world has changed over the past 100 years 21st Century Woman explores all of this and more!

Ms. Patella is a professional wellness coach and trainer spanning over 35 years with 5 years hosting her own fitness tv show, wellness column and many magazine articles. Her book covers a life time of knowledge in wellness spirituality healthy cooking.

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Polo Love

By Cindy Seip

About the book: A beloved extra-large Weimaraner dog steals the hearts of the Alliegro family. The book is full of photos of Polo’s journey of living in Miami with the wonderful people that love him dearly. The book also features many inspiring quotes and some that will have you reaching for a tissue. Polo also teaches his family the noblest and purest form of love only a dog can do.

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It's Pospie

By Morty Varat and Danielle Joseph

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: His dream was to see every corner of the earth. When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Popsie made it happen! After he received a full check-up, the doctor said, “The best thing I can recommend is for you to get rid of some of the tension.”

Being a good student, Morty took doc’s advice and traveled the globe in what he calls, “around the world in 80 years.” The book is full of wonderful “Popsieisms,” little sayings that Popsie would love to share with one and all in a fun way to teach from what he learned in life.

Morty was destined to be in the fashion business with 20 years at the helm of sports fashion company, Tail. Morty provides lots of invaluable business advice.

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The Year That Was

By Sylvie Jordan

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: Poetry when written from truth, can move mountains, stir souls, and open hearts. It can heal and restore us to a place of love. On rare occasions the stars align, and a project, a mission, a dream takes flight. This interesting and powerful writer, Sylvie Jordan, will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing through her poetry.

Living in Exile, gives us insight into loss beyond our control and the feelings of despair one feels when parted from a loved one. Forgiveness teaches us that we are solely responsible for everything we experience.

These poems will be unique to each of you. They will touch your inner longings, forgotten hopes, wishes and dreams. Immerse yourself in The Year That Was and experience the power of words.

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A Love Affair with Frankie's Pizza

By Cesar A. Becerra

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: Is it possible to find love in a toasty square slice of pizza? Cesar Becerra thinks so. His shadowing of Miami’s Gourmet Pizza King Frank Paquarella in 1995 proves it. Frankie’s Pizza has survived hurricanes, development, half-hour delivery competitors and the ever-rising fast pace of modern life.

Still it sits on the same corner in Western Dade County as it did on Valentine’s Day in 1955, when Frank and Doreen Pasquarella began baking their pizza.

With more than 40 photos and countless behind-the-scenes anecdotes, this book will all but allow readers to taste a square slice of award-winning culinary heaven.

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Manno

By A Fokal Special Edition

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: For more than 30 years, Manno Charlemagne has been the vocal conscience of Haiti. As a singer, songwriter, political activist and one-time mayor of Port-au Prince, he constantly challenged the status quo and stood up for the millions of poor Haitians who otherwise would have had no voice.

A soulful yet brazen balladeer, Manno for decades used his acoustic guitar and tender baritone voice as weapons against the brutal Duvalier regime and the civilized indifference of the insulated upper-class. A skinny, poor rebel from the slums, he was the little black fly in a cold glass of milk.

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Henry & Vicky

By Ellie Brecher

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: A simple handwritten note was the inspiration to pen this limited edit edition dedication of the life and times of Henry and Vicky. The story of Henry Mikael begins in Aleppo, Syria, referred to as Halab in Arabic. An ancient even among the ancients, dating back to 5,000 B.C.

Henry earned his law degree and upon returning home married the love of his life. The book follows their adventures of 65 years of marriage, children and life.

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Aristides & Elda

By Nery Ynclan

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: On Elda and Aristides’ journey through like there would be floors to sweep, churros to fry, hair to spray and roofs to lay, but all the work would pay off beyond their wildest ambitions. Their love of family, their sacrifices, their ingenuity and great success is a story rich in life lessons for all.

But as with so many Cuban refugees, before the bounty there would be tragedies to tend, abject poverty to overcome and a revolution to escape. Sometimes profound tragedy and poverty can kill hope, but in certain, very special people it can ignite a winning spirit.

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Robert is Here

By Cesar A. Becerra

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: Part history book, part lessons for life and business, this account proves that all fruit stands are not created equal.

Enjoy behind-the-scenes insights into the journey of Robert and Tracey Moehling and family as they serve shakes by the thousands, endure storms that threaten to end it all, and create a flow that has enabled them to weather nearly six decades in business.

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From Albany Park

By Joseph Kaplan

Design by Cindy Seip

About the book: From Albany Park is a collection of poems written over many years, covering different periods of life. The poems confront memories, trying to make sense of them, while also acknowledging the present, in all it’s joy and uncertainty.

Growing up in a northside neighborhood know as Albany Park, Joseph believed in language, and he offered creative ways to educate in understanding the power of this gift.

His love of language was evident in his commitment to helping make the world a more inhabitable place. Where all men and women are offered an education, humane working conditions, fair pay and the opportunity for higher education.

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