CBH Books is the publication line of Cambridge BrickHouse Inc., a publishing company located north of Boston, Massachusetts. In addition to helping authors publish their works, we provide editorial services in several languages, and develop scholastic programs for the United States education system.

We are a group of professionals dedicated to the art of communication. Our team is made up of award-winning writers, editors, proofreaders, translators, designers, and illustrators. We also have a large production staff equipped with the latest technology, as well as marketing experts, professors, and journalists.

We work as a team. Each project, large or small, is undertaken with the same passion. We always put our talent and dedication into ensuring that you accomplish your goals with your hard work and effort.

Yanitzia Canetti - President of Cambridge BrickHouse
Yanitzia Canetti has a Bachelor's in Journalism, a Master's in Linguistics, and a Ph.D. in Latin American Literature. Canetti has worked in the publishing industry for more than fifteen years and has been the head of Cambridge BrickHouse for more than ten years. She has published more than 30 books in several genres, including novel, poetry, short story, theater, children's literature and books for young adults. Fluent in Spanish, English, and Italian, Dr. Canetti has translated classic American series like Dr. Seuss, Curious George, and The Berenstain Bears. Dr. Canetti has received numerous awards and distinctions throughout her long career as a journalist and writer. Meet the author at www.YanitziaCanetti.com

Dolores Calaf - Cambridge College Director
Dolores Calaf has a Bachelor of Arts in Education, a Master's in Media Production from Emerson College, and advanced degrees in Marketing and Business Management. Dr. Calaf is a specialist in the areas of community relations, marketing, and communications. She has more than 20 years of professional experience developing educational programs in the private and public sectors. She has received numerous awards, the most notable of which is the International Business Woman's Award in 1980. Currently, Dr. Calaf is the director of Cambridge College. Dr. Calaf and CBH work together on educational material for this well-known institute of higher learning.

Rosa Sánchez - Art Director
An energetic and enthusiastic art director, Rosa Sánchez has extensive experience in art education. She studied at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she was involved with the MIT Community Fellows Program. She has also distinguished herself as curator and owner of the Asor Art Gallery, exhibiting the best of Latin American art, and her support of art has earned her numerous distinctions in publications such as the Boston Globe and Hispanic Image Magazine. Currently, Ms. Sánchez directs a diverse group of illustrators and designers that are in charge of the visual concept of our publications. Her passion for art, education, and literature make her a committed promoter and supporter of writers and artists.

Gustavo Cádiz - Multimedia Director
Gustavo Cádiz has a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and Software Applications, and is also certified in sales, marketing, and distribution. With his extensive knowledge of multimedia, Mr. Cádiz has worked as a technology consultant for several large corporations in the United States, Argentina, Belgium, and Spain. His superior leadership and management skills, combined with his in-depth knowledge of the field, ensure constant development and modernization of our company, as well as implementation of multimedia programs in our publication services.

Nadine Boyer - Project Manager
Nadine Boyer has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science as well as extensive experience in the publishing industry, in the areas of translation, editing, proofreading, bibliographical research, and copyrighting. Before joining our team, Ms. Boyer worked for several important publishing firms in her native country of France, where she organized book fairs and exhibitions. Currently, Ms. Boyer uses her wide range of experience to implement and direct our projects. Her vast knowledge of world literature, combined with her passion for languages, make her a valuable asset to our company. She is fluent in English, Spanish, French, and Japanese, and is conversant in several Arabic dialects.

David Mallick - Executive Editor
David Mallick has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish language and literature from Middlebury College. Before joining our team, he taught Spanish at both the middle-school and high-school levels, worked as a translator for the Central American Technological Institute's engineering department in Santa Tecla, El Salvador and studied at the International Institute in Madrid. Mr. Mallick also has an extensive background managing the translation of computer programs and web pages for companies such as Microsoft, Hyperion Solutions, and Handspring. As executive editor, Mr. Mallick incorporates his experiences in the publishing and education fields to develop elementary, middle-school, and high-school-level programs. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and French.

Manuel Alemán - Senior Editor
Manuel Alemán holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences from the University of Havana, Cuba, studied at the Lensoviet Institute of Technology in St. Petersburg, Russia, and has more than thirty years' experience as a professor of general chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and coordination compounds. Before joining our team, Dr. Alemán worked as an editor of scientific texts at the University of Havana and held the position of Associate Professor at the Autonomous University of Nuevo León, Mexico, and the University Agostinho Neto in Luanda, Angola. He was also an editor and scientific consultant for the University of Granada, Spain. Dr. Alemán is the author of several scientific texts, and has published more than 30 monographs and scientific articles in national and international journals. He is fluent in Spanish, English, Russian, French, and Portuguese.

Cliff Clark - Senior Editor
Cliff Clark holds a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Latin American Studies from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, and completed undergraduate studies at the Institute of Technology and Higher Learning (ITESM) in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. Mr. Clark has extensive professional experience as an English teacher in Mexico and as a translator and developer of promotional materials for the Monterrey Visitors' and Conventions Bureau. His extensive knowledge and experience as an educator and translator in Latin America further diversify our editorial team. He is fluent in English and Spanish, is conversant in Portuguese, and studies Nahuatl as a hobby.

Priscilla Colón - Editor
Priscilla Colón has a Bachelor of Arts in Hispanic Studies from Connecticut College, and conducted research studies in Madrid, Spain. She has extensive Spanish and English tutoring experience at the elementary school level in bilingual and ESL programs, and professional teaching experience of middle-school Spanish. Colón has worked as an English and Spanish translator and interpreter in the private and public sectors. Her experience inside and outside of the classroom, as well as her vast knowledge of Spanish and Latin American history, literature and cultures make her especially qualified to edit and develop English and Spanish-language material. She is fluent in English and Spanish, and is conversant in French and Portuguese.

Margaret Faber - Editor
Margaret Faber holds a Bachelor's degree in German Language and Literature, and a degree in Specialized German Translation from the Complutense University in Madrid, Spain. She has a Master's in International Relations, with a specialty in European Communities, from the Ortega y Gasset University Research Institute. In addition, she has completed coursework in translation at the Sprachen und Dolmetscher Institute of Munich, as well as studies in modern philology and Anglo-Irish and Celtic literature. Before joining our team, she worked as a professor of language, literature, and social studies, and translated German children's literature classics for important Spanish publishers. Ms. Faber is proficient in German, Spanish, English, French, and Dutch.

José Ortega - Production Manager
José Ortega holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Graphic Design from the Complutense University in Madrid, Spain, where he has also worked as an Information Technology Engineer. He has designed Web sites for distinguished figures such as Pedro Almodóvar, Mario Vargas Llosa, Isabel Allende, Quino, and Maitena, among others. He has also designed the largest flamenco Web site on the Internet with services in three languages. As production manager, Mr. Ortega utilizes his experience as a graphic and Web designer to put technology to work for our authors. During his free time, he participates in numerous international symposiums on Internet usability and accessibility as they relate to both current and future technology. In addition to his knowledge of English and Spanish, Mr. Ortega is also conversant in French.

Carlos del Pino - Production Manager
An expert in musical and multimedia production and professor of art and information technology, Carlos del Pino is a recognized producer in the field of communications. He has taught at the university level, and has created interactive projects for art education programs at the elementary-school level. Moreover, he specializes in video, CD, and digital program composition and production. As production manager, Mr. del Pino is a crucial link between the technology and publishing industries. He is fluent in Spanish, English, and German.

Raquel Welin - Graphic Designer
Raquel Welin is a graduate of the prestigious Advanced Institute of Industrial Graphic Design in Havana, Cuba. She has extensive experience as a graphic designer, illustrator, and photographer working for companies in Cuba, Italy, and Sweden. Mrs. Welin's work includes marketing campaigns for prominent publicity agencies, corporate logo and image development for private organizations, and graphic design prototypes for educational texts. As a voracious reader, one of Ms. Welin's favorite tasks is designing and illustrating books. Today, her illustrations are internationally recognized for her personal style. Ms. Welin is fluent in English, Spanish and Swedish.

Yohanis Díaz - Graphic Designer
Yohanis apologizes for not having her biography up yet. We must be keeping her too busy...

 

Laura Sobrado - Graphic Designer
In just a short time, Laura Sobrado has become a recognized artist and art editor in the publishing industry. She has extensive work experience in the book-publishing and newspaper industries, and looks forward to completing her graduate studies in Fine Arts and Graphic Design. Ms. Sobrado's work has earned her numerous awards and distinctions, including the Scholastic Art Award and the 6th Annual Budding Artist Award. Ms. Sobrado is also a member of the Newburyport Art Association, and in her free time, she does volunteer work at various community organizations. In addition to English, her native language, she speaks French and Spanish.

Julia Inés Ortiz - Director of Latin American Operations
Julia Inés Ortiz has Bachelor's degree from the School of Economic Sciences and a Master's degree in International Commerce from the Argentine School of Business. Her professional development also includes work with the Association of Importers and Exporters of Argentina and the Ernst & Young Center for Administrative Development, among others. Ms. Ortiz' expertise ranges from finance and accounting to budgets and forecasts to client and personnel management. With excellent abilities in public and client relations, contracts, and business administration, she serves as an important extension of CBH's team throughout Latin America. Ms. Ortiz is fluent in Spanish and English.

Verónica Molina - Office Manager
Verónica Molina comes from a family that has always dedicated itself to business administration. During her time growing up in Ecuador, she gained important skills while working in her parents' and grandparents' business. Today, Ms. Molina is a graduate of both business administration and accounting, and is in charge of the inner workings of Cambridge BrickHouse. She handles both client contacts and personnel management, deals with project contracts, and is in charge of bookkeeping. Her ability to multitask, her enthusiasm for undertaking new projects, and her fascination with books all serve to make her an important part of the success of CBH's editorial work and an untiring collaborator with our editorial and management staff. Ms. Molina is fluent in English and Spanish.