LEONARD I. ECKHAUS

Grammy-nominated music producer

LEONARD I.
ECKHAUS

Stories that inspire. Music And Films that touch the heart.

Discover the magical children's books, award-winning films and original songs of Leonard I. Eckhaus, author, Grammy-nominated music producer, songwriter, filmmaker, publisher, entrepreneur and philanthropist.

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Book cover of Grinza's Orchard: An Enchanted Tale by Leonard I. Eckhaus

Book cover of If I Were a Pony by Leonard I. Eckhaus

Book cover of My Journey: Lessons I've Learned Along the Way by Leonard I. Eckhaus

Book cover of Dare to Imagine by Leonard I. Eckhaus

Published books

Years leading AFCOM

Grammy nominations

Streaming platforms worldwide

Featured books

Books by Len

Four titles for children and the young at heart, enchanted tales, whimsical journeys and a candid memoir.

4.99 · 87 ratings

Grinza's Orchard

A story of wonder, courage and the magic hidden in a forgotten orchard.

Reading age:: Middle-grade and young adults
Genre:: Children's fiction, Enchanted tale
Formats:: E-book, Hardcover, Paperback

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5.0 · 7 Amazon ratings

If I Were a Pony

A joyful, playful adventure for young readers who love to gallop free.

Reading age:: Ages 3-8
Genre:: Children's picture book, Rhyming story
Formats:: E-Book, Hardcover, Paperback

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5.0 · 3 Amazon ratings

My Journey

Decades of leadership, creativity and hard-won wisdom, in Len's own voice.

Reading age:: Adult readers
Genre:: Memoir, Business & leadership
Formats:: E-Book, Hard Cover

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5.0 · 2 Amazon ratings

Dare to Imagine

A whimsical journey that invites every reader to keep dreaming.

Reading age:: Ages 2-92
Genre:: Children's fiction, Whimsical journey
Formats:: Paperback

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About the author

More About Len

Portrait of children's author Leonard I. Eckhaus in a fedora and sunglasses

Who is Leonard?

Leonard I. Eckhaus, best-selling children's author, Grammy-nominated music producer, songwriter, award-winning film producer, publisher, entrepreneur and philanthropist.

He is a multifaceted artist renowned for his contributions to children's literature, filmmaking and music.

His career

He founded AFCOM, the leading association for data center managers, and led it for over forty years, establishing a profound presence in the computer industry, where he was recognized by peers and the media for his leadership in data center management.

His passion

Today it is his passion for creating magical experiences for young minds that truly defines his artistic journey. His books, films and songs are made to be read aloud, sung along to, viewed and remembered.

His mission

"There is an enchanted place in the mind and imagination of every child. And this place is filled with magic and color and seashells and strings, and all manner of innocence, peace and love. And it is to this place that I create my books, films and songs, for the children, and for everyone else willing to open their hearts and souls to their inner child."
LEONARD I. ECKHAUS

Len's journey

1980s
Founded AFCOM
Created the association that would become the leading professional body for data centre and IT infrastructure managers.
40+ years
Led AFCOM as its guiding voice
Built a global community of data centre professionals and became a recognised leader and speaker in the computer industry.
Later
Turned to writing and music
Channeled a lifelong love of storytelling into children's books, films and original songs written to be viewed, read aloud and sung along to.
Milestone
Double Grammy nominated music producer
Recognized by the recording industry for his work as a music producer.
Today
Four published books and a growing song catalogue
Enchanted tales, a whimsical journey, a candid memoir, plus original children's music streaming worldwide.

Awards & recognition

Recognition & achievements

Double Grammy nominated music producer

Recognized by the recording industry for his work as a music producer.

Founder of AFCOM

Founded the leading association for data centre managers.

40+ Years of Leadership

Four decades guiding a global professional community.

Published Author

Four titles available worldwide in print and digital formats.

Children's Storyteller

Books and songs written for young minds and the young at heart.

Songwriter & Publisher

Original children's music, written, produced and published by Len.

Award-Winning Films

Best film awards in over 200 International Film Festivals.

Watch Len's music

Latest music video

An original song written and produced by Leonard I. Eckhaus, part of his children's music collection, made to be sung along to and remembered. Press play to watch, or open the full playlist on YouTube.

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Music by Len

Original Songs

Children's music written and produced by Len, press play below to listen without leaving the site, or open the catalogue on Spotify and Audiomack.

Where to listen

Album artwork, song titles and full previews are built into the player and the complete catalogue is available on all major platforms.

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My music

In Your Arms ForeverCharted on UK Radio | 50,000+ views
If I Were a Pony25,000+ views | 170+ festival awards
Let's Be SillyISC 2023 finalist
Johnny GarbageISC 2023 finalist
Grinza's Orchard themeFrom the enchanted tale
Dare to ImagineOriginal children's song

Made for young ears

Every song is written, produced and published by Len, gentle melodies and playful lyrics for children, families and classrooms.

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Portraits & covers

Cinematic portrait of author and producer Leonard I. Eckhaus

Leonard I. Eckhaus in his signature fedora and sunglasses

Book cover of Grinza's Orchard: An Enchanted Tale by Leonard I. Eckhaus

Book cover of If I Were a Pony by Leonard I. Eckhaus

Book cover of My Journey: Lessons I've Learned Along the Way by Leonard I. Eckhaus

Book cover of Dare to Imagine by Leonard I. Eckhaus

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