Hello again! Fort Canoga Press Is Back! Three New Books!

Hello all-

On Monday, in honor of St. Patrick's Day, and because I felt like doing it, I released three new books. Three new, massive books, in one day.

For some time, I have wanted to collect my print interviews over the past thirty years. Afters years scouring all over to find the work of other artists, I realized that I wanted my own work to be collected and released in one place, and hopefully find new readers and listeners in the process. Sooner or later, the work we create lives on away from us, and eventually beyond us.

Two of the books reflect my love of the music of the 1960s. My Flash On You, Volumes One And Two collects interviews with everyone from the Animals, Big Star, Cyrkle, Left Banke, Sonics, Procol Harum, Love and many more. The third, Hurried Documents, collects interviews ranging from Douglas Adams, to baseball players, Marx Brothers writers, musicians, and many others. All of these books also chart my journey as a writer and interviewer, and collector of stories.

All three books are available on Amazon, via the links below, and soon to be at your favorite local bookstore. These are interesting times that we live in. Ultimately, all one can do some days is stand in the wind, run your flag up the pole and say, I'm doing this. Because you want to, whether or not the world is watching. And hey, how many times in your life can you say, I released three books today?

Today is that day.

Enjoy, and see you on the road.

-Daniel

March 21, 2025

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=daniel+coston&crid=119D7UJ0WP2J4&sprefix=daniel+coston%2Caps%2C144&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

The Last Days Of The Double Door Inn

As I photographed the last few nights of the Double Door Inn, as 2016 turned into 2017, I realized that the photos were becoming its own project. The story of the venue, which I would write again later in 2017, were one thing. The photos were telling their own story, which is now collected in The Last Days Of The Double Door Inn.

The familiar spaces and faces. All of the character that we knew so well. The music, and the good times. No need for words, it's all there. I intended to put this book together in 2018, but life got in the way, until life for most of us came to a halt earlier this year.

While it is strange for me to release this book in the middle of so much turmoil, perhaps it shouldn't be. For many of us, the Double Door was the place that the world needs more than ever. No lines, no division, just people, laughter, music and fun. We all could use our own Double Door Inn right now. Let us celebrate the past, and remember that a dream lives on, as long as there are those that are willing to dream of it.

Welcome back to the Double Door Inn.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0999101927?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

-Daniel

June 1, 2020

The Last Days Of The Double Door Inn Book Is Now Available!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0999101927?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 

More soon, thank you all,

-Daniel
May 31, 2020

Coming Soon! New Photo Book On The Double Door Inn

Hello all-

I'm proud to announce that Fort Canoga Press will soon be releasing a new book. The new book, The Last Days Of The Double Door Inn, is a photo book detailing the last several nights of the venue. Featuring some of Charlotte's finest musicians and patrons, the book is a fond farewell to the sights of the beloved Double Door Inn.

We will post the link to the book when it is available. Until then, spread the word, and see you soon.

-Daniel
May 28, 2020

Hello All/New Books On The Way In 2020

Hello all-

Thank you all for checking in, and supporting all of us at Fort Canoga Press. We've been taking some time to work on some new projects, and promote our newest book, A Real Part Of The Show. Please check out all of our books on Amazon, or email us at chrlyndbx at mindspring dot com for any and all info.

Thank you again, and we'll be back soon,
-Daniel
March 26, 2020

Happy 2020!

Hello all-

Happy new year! We've got lots of things coming up in 2020. Stay tuned, and we look forward to seeing you again soon,
-Daniel
January 2, 2020

Anita S. Crane Hits The TV Airwaves

Hello all-

FCP author Anita S. Crane was on WTOL this morning, in advance of her events this weekend. Check it out, and check out Anita's events this weekend!

https://www.wtol.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/your-day-guests/author-anita-s-crane-a-real-part-of-the-show/512-01b63cde-3818-4b03-9f1c-4e71d90bf07a?fbclid=IwAR10AdC5Od6Aggp-UASK1QiAoF3OboQpKCFhas4R5Wzaqd1qSBznBx0xJo8

-Daniel
December 16, 2019

FCP Books Available At Neighborhood Theatre On December 15th!

Hello all-

Just a reminder that all of my books will be available at this year's DDI reunion concert at the Neighborhood Theatre on December 15th. 6pm doors, 7pm rock. Hope to see you there,
-Daniel
December 4, 2019

More Anita Crane Events!

Hello all-

My friend and fellow Fort Canoga Press author Anita S. Crane has a number of events lined up for this month, promoting her debut novel, A Real Part Of The Show. Here's where you can meet her-

On Saturday December 14, she will be at the Writer's Block Author Fair at Franklin Park Mall, in Toledo, Ohio from 10am -to 5pm. Here's a link: https://www.facebook.com/events/532450070833518/

On Friday December 20, at 7pm, she will be doing an Author Reading and Book Signing at the Toledo Repertoire Theatre. She plans to read some excerpts from the stage, take questions, then have a wine and cheese reception down in the lobby. 

And Anita will be on TV on WTOL on Monday, December 16th during the 9am hour. Set your DVR's!

You can also find out more by checking back here, or anitascrane.com

Spread the word, and happy holidays,

-Daniel

December 4, 2019

Upcoming Anita Crane Book Events!

Hello all-

Our own Anita Crane will be doing a book signing on Friday, November 9th at the Old House in Waterville, Ohio from 11am to 2pm. More info can be found here-

https://www.facebook.com/toh26n3/

Anita will also be part of a local author fair in Toledo in December. More info can be found here-

https://www.facebook.com/toh26n3/

Spread the word, and announcements on more signings coming soon,
-Daniel
October 22, 2019

A Real Part Of The Show Is HERE! Here's The Link!

Hello-

The newest book from Fort Canoga Press will be available starting tomorrow. Anita Crane has put together a wonderful book, entitled A Real Part Of The Show. So it's fitting that the book debuts on International Stage Managers Day. And the book's photos are taken by yours truly. Congrats, Anita, and I look forward to more books from you in the future.

https://www.amazon.com/Real-Part-Show-Anita-Crane/dp/0999101919/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=anita+crane&qid=1570657516&sr=8-1 

-Daniel
October 9, 2019

A Real Part Of The Show Coming October 10th!

Hello all-

We're proud to announce that A Real Part Of The Show will be released by Fort Canoga Press on October 10th. Why, that day, you ask? October 10th is International Stage Management Day, and what better way to celebrate than release the book that tells the story of what happens behind the stage curtains. 

Look for Amazon links, and other information here as we closer to the big day. Enjoy, and spread the word,
-Daniel
September 26, 2019

RIP Jan Crane Barley

Hello all-

It is with a heavy heart that I tell you that Janet Crane Barley, FCP author, friend and mentor, passed away last week. She got as much out of her 85 years as she possibly could, and made the lives of those around her for the better. Myself included.

Jan's book Storytourist will always be available for those that wish to learn more about Jan and her travels through England and Scotland.

See you in the stars, Jan, and see you again, someday,
-Daniel
September 26, 2019

News! New Book From FCP Coming Soon!

Hello all-

How are you? It's been a little while since we posted some news, so here's a heaping of news from here.

-Our book on the Double Door Inn has been featured recently in recent airings of the Double Door Inn documentary, and at various screenings. The book is also part of a new exhibit of the Double Door, and other Charlotte music venues at the Charlotte Museum Of History, which is now open util the end of 2020.

-We'd like to welcome Anita Crane to the FCP family! Her debut novel is now in the final stages, and will be released soon by Fort Canoga Press. Watch our site for more news in the coming weeks.

-And a happy 85th birthday to FCP author Jan Crane Barley. We love you, Jan.

Stay tuned. Talk to you all again soon,
-Daniel

Postponing This Saturday's Decades Of Rock Show, More News Soon

So here's a story about the hurricane. Randy Franklin and the Sardines, and Jake Berger and the Mannish Boys are prepared to rock you like a hurricane on Saturday, but it's best to not Rock during a hurricane. I know, there's calm in your eyes, but you'll keep being blown away, so it's better to be somewhere safer where the feeling stays. So yes, we're postponing our inaugural Decades Of Rock show until a later date. Until then, we'll all be riding the storm out, waiting for the fallout. Spread the word, see you on the Weather Channel, and see you on the road.
-Daniel
September 12, 2018