About Sirene MediaWorks

Sirene MediaWorks is focused on the development of travel and small-format gift book series that engage and inspire readers in new ways. The brainchild of author/editor Karen Seiger and author/photographer James Wesolowski, Sirene MediaWorks is currently developing several series for initial release in late 2025 through 2026.

At Sirene MediaWorks, we're passionate about adventure, culture, art, science, ideas, history, mermaids, Highland cows, and hot air balloons. (The list expands daily.) We have lived and traveled through the world, and we find inspiration from new places, diverse people and experiences and we seek to fill every day with wonder and excitement.

We want to share authentic, lived experiences with our readers and that extends to the design and content of our books. Our travel books use only local authors and photographers. And we demand from everyone on our team - authors, photographers, and editorial staff - to steer clear of all generative AI.

Whether you're a new or seasoned traveler or simply someone in search of the perfect gift, we hope you'll find something special in the books we bring to you.

We invite our readers to engage with us and our authors and photographers on social media and through our Sirene Sightings program!

Meet the Sirene MediaWorks Team

Karen E. Seiger, Publisher

World traveler, polyglot, and the original sirène, Karen has lived and worked throughout the world. Karen brings vast experience in international marketing and publishing, and she served most recently as the editor-in-chief for the "111 Places That You Must Not Miss" guidebook series for locals and experienced travelers.

James J. Wesolowski, COO

Co-founder of Sirene Mediaworks, James offers a wealth of operations and technology experience through his leadership of Sirene's parent company, Colibri Solutions. He is passionate about European culture and languages, and is the co-author and photographer of "111 Museums in Paris That You Shouldn't Miss."

Ed Lefkowicz, Photo Editor

Ed is an incredible New York-based photojournalist and street photographer who has worked with a diverse clientele. Among his many accomplishments, Ed has photographed multiple New York travel books, served as photo editor for a culinary magazine, and he observes the absurd at thequirkyside.com.