About
Cynthia Brian
Empowerment Architect
Author, Speaker, TV/Radio Personality, Lifestyle Professional, Spokesperson, Coach, Philanthropist, Goddess Gardener
Cynthia Brian, SAG/AFTRA, A.S.I.D., Founder and Executive Director of Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 literacy and positive media charity, New York Times best-selling co-author of Chicken Soup for the Gardener’s Soul, author of Be the Star You Are!®, 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference, Be the Star You Are!® for TEENS, Be the Star You Are!® Millennials to Boomers, Growing with The Goddess Gardener, The Business of Show Business, The Blessing of Love and Relationships, and Miracle Moments®, is an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, personal growth consultant, actor, producer and host of radio and TV shows, columnist, designer, gardener, and lifestyle coach. (www.CynthiaBrian.com)
Stella Bella’s Barnyard Adventures is Cynthia’s first illustrated children’s book series with true tales from her menagerie of adopted rescues. Titles include No Barnyard Bullies, Family Forever, Books in the Barnyard: Oh Deer!, and Flap Forward! Fly Free!
Referred by the media as “the Renaissance woman with soul!”, Cynthia is a world traveler who speaks French, Spanish, Italian, and Dutch. With four decades of experience working in the entertainment field as an actor, producer, writer, coach, designer, and casting director, she has had the honor of performing with some of the biggest names in the industry. Cynthia is a Certified Interior Designer and has had her interior and garden design projects featured in TV, commercials, books, and numerous publications. She wrote, produced, and directed the film, The Quest for Pure Design. Cynthia is a much in demand speaker on luxury cruise lines and spas around the world, inspiring others to be the stars they were born to be by creating a life they design.
Because of her devotion to increasing literacy and positive messages in the world, Cynthia founded and is the Executive Director of the 501(c)(3) charity, Be the Star You Are!® (www.BetheStarYouAre.org) empowering women, families, and youth, which won 2024 Nonprofit of the Year. Her motto is “To be a leader, you must be a reader!”. GuideStar and Great Non-Profits consistently honor Be the Star You Are!® as a top-rated non-profit. Cynthia created and produces the young adult radio broadcast Express Yourself!™, (www.ExpressYourselfTeenRadio.com), the #1 most listened-to program around the world on the Voice America Network with teen hosts and contributors. According to Cynthia, “Express Yourself!™ is an uncensored haven where youth talk and the world listens!”
As an empowerment architect and life success coach, Ms. Brian is also dedicated to helping others achieve their dreams, recognize the possibilities, and utilize their potential by implementing their unique gifts. Many aspiring thespians, writers, and professionals have been coached to fun, fame, and fortune through her personal success consultations in acting, media, writing, life skills, and presentations. Because of her energy and passion, companies engage Cynthia’s services as a media spokesperson.
Born on a farm in the Napa Valley in northern California, the eldest of five children, Cynthia raised chickens and sheep, drove tractors, and picked fruit to earn enough money to pay her way through college. She was a Grand Champion rooster raiser, winning hundreds of blue ribbons in 4-H. After being honored as the Outstanding Teenager of California, she was named teenage ambassador to Holland and served as a foreign correspondent for several newspapers. Her travel expeditions gave birth to her writing, speaking, and coaching career.
Since 2008, Cynthia has been the gardening consultant and inspirational garden columnist for The Lamorinda Weekly known as The Goddess Gardener. (www.CynthiaBrian.com/Gardening) There, she also served as the editor and coach for Teen Scene. As a home, garden, and lifestyle expert, she has been privileged to write for Internet sites, and numerous print publications, and is proud to be a Top Reviewer at Trip Advisor and on the Elite Squad at Yelp. She published her first gardening calendar, A Gardener’s Guide, in 1993.
Interviewing is a talent this dynamic woman enjoys. Broadcasting since 1998, Cynthia interviews the authors and experts considered pioneers on the planet. Tune into her award-winning upbeat, positive, internationally broadcast lifestyle radio program, StarStyle-Be the Star You Are!® live and archived every Wednesday from 4-5 pm PT/7-8 pm ET on the Voice America Network Empowerment channel. (www.StarStyleRadio.com)
Cynthia’s goal is to inspire, encourage, inform, and motivate others to be their unapologetically unique selves.
When you are seeking a business expert with earthiness, exuberance, and personality that garner results, Cynthia Brian is the seasoned professional writer, speaker, coach, host, spokesperson, and Goddess Gardener guide for your next project.
Cynthia Brian, empowerment architect, passion, purpose, and possibility professional, is available for private coaching, consultations, and speaking engagements.
To Book Cynthia Brian
Talent Agent:
Stars, the Agency
415-421-6272
http://www.StarsAgency.com
Reception@StarsAgency.com
Literary Agent:
Waterside Productions, Inc.
Gayle Gladstone
760-632-9190
www.Waterside.com
gaylegladstone@gmail.com
https://www.waterside.com/portfolio-item/cynthia-brian/
To Contact Cynthia Brian
Starstyle® Productions, LLC
PO Box 422,
Moraga, Ca. 94556,
https://www.CynthiaBrian.com
Cynthia@Star-Style.com
Education: BA History;
NCDIQ Design Certification
Mencia de Mendoza, The Netherlands,
University of California, Los Angeles (U.C.L.A.)
University of Hawaii, Oahu
Universite de Bordeaux, France
University of California, Berkeley (CAL)
Judging:
Emmy’s
California Journalism Awards
Screen Actors Guild Awards
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Starstyle®, Be the Star You Are!®, and Miracle Moments® are registered trademarks of Cynthia Brian.
Featured Work
Flap Forward! Fly Free!
The Critter Community Connects Courage and Love in Book Four of Stella Bella’s Barnyard Adventures
When animals are in trouble, who comes to their rescue?
Inspired by a true story from Cynthia Brian’s beloved menagerie of adopted animals, Flap Forward! Fly Free! is the fourth book in the delightful children’s picture book series, Stella Bella’s Barnyard Adventures.
While Stella Bella is tending her garden, surrounded by her lively critter community, she hears desperate honks from Father Gander flailing in the sky. A distraught Mother Goose, the goslings, and the barnyard buddies spring into action to help their frightened friend. Through collaboration, cooperation, and courage, they face fear with love and friendship.
With vibrant watercolor illustrations by Marta Maszkiewicz that bring the story to life, Cynthia Brian’s Flap Forward! Fly Free! draws on real-life adventures with diverse animal species, learning to live together in harmony. The barnyard tales are filled with timely and timeless lessons that mirror human experiences, exploring integrity, individuality, character, and the power of community.
In each book of Stella Bella’s Barnyard Adventures, children are guided to embrace courage, kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and love. These engaging stories motivate young readers to value animals and the natural world while encouraging them to be caring and compassionate humans. Flap Forward! Fly Free! especially inspires children to ask for help when needed, and cherish the warmth of a supportive community.
Like Cynthia Brian’s Be the Star You Are!® series for teens and adults, the books of Stella Bella’s Barnyard Adventures remind young readers that we are not merely created equal, we are each unique. Every child has the ability and responsibility to use their gifts and strengths to shine, sparkle, and make a positive impact on the world. We must all strive to be the stars we were born to be.
Love conquers fear. With the help of friends, we can all fly free.
Author Cynthia Brian, often described as “A Renaissance Woman with Soul,” shares stories brimming with passion and resilience. From her roots on a humble farm to her journey as a bestselling author, philanthropist, actor, speaker, TV/radio personality, and nature advocate, Cynthia's life radiates inspiration and purpose. Flap Forward! Fly Free! is her twelfth book. Listen to her broadcasts on the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel. Learn more at https://www.StarStyleRadio.com.
Marta Maszkiewicz is an illustrator based in Warsaw, Poland, where she lives with her two cats. Since 2014, she has illustrated numerous books for children. She is passionate about art, \crafts as a hobby, and artistic education. She has a master’s degree in architecture and a bachelor’s degree in history.
Proceeds from the sale of the books benefit the 501 c3 charity, Be the Star You Are!® empowering women, families, and youth through increased literacy and positive media messages. Visit www.BetheStarYouAre.org.
Autographed books available for sale at www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store
Ask for the book at your favorite bookstore or library or buy it on Amazon.
Cynthia Brian is available for speaking engagements, conferences, schools, and library visits. Learn more at https://www.CynthiaBrian.com
ISBN-13: 978-1-968401-06-1 print edition
ISBN-13: 978-1-968401-07-8 ebook edition
Other Works
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Books in the Barnyard: Oh Deer!
2024
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Family Forever
2023
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No Barnyard Bullies
2022
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Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World
2018
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Growing with the Goddess Gardener
2017
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The Business of Show Business, Enhanced 14th edition
2014
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Be the Star You Are! for Teens, Simple Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, Learning, and Leading
2010
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The Blessings of Love and Relationships
2010
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The Business of Show Business
2002
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Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul
2001
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A Little Spoonful of Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul
2001
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Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Lovingly Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference
2001
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Miracle Moments®
1996-2016
Awards and Recognition
- Garden Comm Silver Award for Writing
- California Journalism Award for producing outstanding journalism
- International Communications Award for article on fire safety
- 2022 UnSung Hero in Podcasting Award
- Benjamin Franklin Silver Award for The Business of Show Business
- Outstanding Teenager of California
- ABC Salutes Cynthia Brian for Promoting Literacy
- 2024 Nonprofit of the Year
Press and Media Mentions
- Cynthia Brian Releases First Children's Book
- No Barnyard Bullies, children's book by Cynthia Brian addresses complex issues of kindness and inclusivity
- Bullies Not Welcome
- Voice America Empowerment Host, Cynthia Brian, Publishes 8th Book
- Cynthia Brian publishes Growing with the Goddess Gardener and Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers
- Dynamo Woman, Cynthia Brian
- Cynthia Brian Donates Books to Help Survivors of Disasters
- IBPA Members Share Tips to Weather the Effects of the Coronavirus
- ABC NEWS Honors Cynthia Brian
- Cynthia Brian, Author and Founder/Executive Director BTSYA Wins Nonprofit of the Year!
- Lamorinda Weekly's Goddess Gardener uses her farm experience to write "Stella Bella's Barnyard Adventures" for kids
