MY
BOOKS
Books published under my pen name "Grandpa Edo"
Books that guide
you through my creative journey, or explorea surreal yet heartfelt
world.
A
Coloring Journey
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Anime Playtime
This coloring book is my AI experimental project offering a creative and imaginative coloring experience for all ages, especially if you are anime enthusiasts. It is structured into chapters, each focusing on different themes:
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Chapter 1: "I Am an Explorer" spans Days 1-8. ​
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Chapter 2: "Foodie Time" covers Days 9-13. ​
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Chapter 3: "Be a Detective" includes Days 14-17. ​
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Chapter 4: "Fairy in the Forest" ranges from Days 18-24. ​
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Chapter 5: "Travel Alone" spans Days 25-31. ​
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Chapter 6: "Alchemist of Plants" covers Days 32-35. ​
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Chapter 7: "Be a Warrior" includes Days 36-45.
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Chapter 8: "Play with Little Creatures" spans Days 46-54. ​
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Chapter 9: "Unicorn Riders" covers Days 55-67. ​
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Chapter 10: "Outer Space Trip" includes Days 68-73. ​
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Chapter 11: "Special" is dedicated to Day 74.
It's dedicated to liberate you to express creativity and joy through coloring activities.
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This is an eBook version, which means you may print out any specific page for coloring, and use this eBook again and again with different coloring style. Total 74 pages for your coloring fun.
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Language: English
On My Patreon: Link
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How to Create a Vivid Town
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in Clip Studio Paint
Welcome to an inspiring tutorial that guides you through my creative journey and offers essential tips on crafting a vibrant small town. This unique eBook goes beyond a standard digital painting tutorial, aiming to ignite your imagination and creativity. Perfect for teens, young adults, aspiring artists of all ages, and anyone interested in creating digital art.
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While this guide utilizes Clip Studio Paint, the techniques can be applied with other similar software, or you can draw inspiration for your conceptual projects. The creative process is more important than any specific software.
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What’s Inside:
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Chapter 1 – You Are an Architect: Lay the foundations and design your small town with meticulous attention to detail.
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Chapter 2 – You Are God: Breathe life into your creation, adding elements that make your town vibrant and dynamic.
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Chapter 3 – You Are a Director: Create compelling scenes and bring your vision to life with storytelling techniques.
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Language: English
Goodreads Author Page: Link
Amazon Author Page: Link
On Amazon: Link
On Gumroad: Link
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Manga - One Encounter, One Chance
Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds with Grandpa Edo’s “Manga – One Encounter, One Chance”, a collection of beautifully crafted short manga stories that blend deep philosophical reflections with unique storytelling. Inspired by ancient Chinese philosophy, whimsical moments, and touching themes like loyalty and love, each story in this anthology brings its own distinct art style, creating a visual experience that is as captivating as the narrative.
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Unlike traditional American comics, these manga stories possess an ethereal quality, exploring themes of dreams, reality, and the unseen bonds that connect us.
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Total four short manga stories included in this anthology:​
1. Forever Young
2. Eternal Dreamer
3. The Thief
4. One Encounter, One Chance
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*** The fourth manga, One Encounter, One Chance, is the runner-up of the 2019 4-Koma Manga Competition organized by JAFA in South Australia. Whether you’re a seasoned manga enthusiast or new to the genre, “Manga – One Encounter, One Chance” is a must-read for anyone seeking a fresh, artistic take on storytelling.
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Language: English
Goodreads Author Page: Link
Amazon Author Page: Link
On Amazon: Link
On Gumroad: Link
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