13 ratings | 11 reviews | avg rating:4.69

James’s Year In Books

James’s 2019 Year in Books

Take a look at James’s Year in Books. The long, the short—it’s all here.

See James’s 2019 Year in Books

James Masciarelli’s Followers (19)

James’s Bookshelves

read (12)
currently-reading (1)
to-read (2)
nautical-adventure (1)

James Masciarelli

Goodreads Author

Born

Gloucester, Mass, The United States

Website

https://jamesmasciarelli.com/

Member Since

March 2018

edit data

Call me James, Giacomo, or Jim. In French class it was Jacques. Boundless curiosity powers my writing. Stories of transformation are central to my work and may live beyond my expiration date.

Honing literary skills is demanding, bittersweet, and triumphant. A beginner’s mind is essential. Each day, I hope for elusive moments of timeless, selfless flow where emotion, sensation, and reason confabulate to satisfying scenes. Intense observation, and unfiltered word painting can do this. No drugs or alcohol required. This is a craft you can do anywhere, anytime.

Life experiences provide enormous material for our writing. Blue collar jobs paid for my education. I know what it is like to happily work in grimy factories, machine shops, a lumber yard, ...more

Learn more
Ask the Author

To ask James Masciarelli questions, please sign up.

Combine Editions
James Masciarelli’s books

Average rating: 4.21 · 29 ratings · 18 reviews · 1 distinct work • Similar authors

Beyond Beauport

4.21 avg rating — 29 ratings — 4 editions

Rate this book

Clear rating

1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

* Note: these are all the books on Goodreads for this author. To add more, click here.

20 posts
James Masciarelli's Blog

Duffle

Duffle was first published in Marco Island Writers’ Anthology V. Proceeds are donated to the Early Learning Coalition of SW…

The post Duffle appeared first on James Masciarelli.

View more on James Masciarelli's website »

Like • 0 comments • flag

Published on December 20, 2019 08:00

View all 20 posts »

Upcoming Events

No scheduled events. Add an event.

James is Currently Reading

James Masciarelli rated a book it was amazing

Beyond Beauport

by James Masciarelli (Goodreads Author)

bookshelves: currently-reading

Rate this book

Clear rating

1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

Jul 03, 2019 04:41AM

rss
James’s Recent Updates

James Masciarelli asked a question about The Song of Achilles: What struck you as unique ways of writing by Madeline Miller?
Jul 05, 2020 08:05AM · like · answer this question
James Masciarelli liked a question about The Song of Achilles: i would like to ask you something:when you read that book, don't you think that you might never experience such an innocent,pure and strong love.Thats my problem when i read about myths or ideal circumstances, i am kind of being jealous or stressed by the idea that ican find that rare love only in books....?
Jul 05, 2020 06:46AM
James Masciarelli rated a book it was amazing The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
An epic feast for readers and writers--a flurry of winged words in a tale of love, friendship, unholy alliances, prophecy and war. The battle of hearts and minds flow through you to the ripples of denouement from Aegean seas to your armchair. Left me ...more
Jul 05, 2020 06:37AM · like · see review
James Masciarelli rated a book it was amazing Wild World, Joyful Heart: Unlock Your Power to Create Health and Joy by Laurie Warren	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A fun read that tackles the big questions for joyful living. The writing is relatable and I plan to revisit on my reading shelf from time to time to reinforce insights that are unique among self help books.
Oct 12, 2019 02:57AM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Wild World, Joyful Heart by Laurie Warren. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Wild World, Joyful Heart by Laurie Warren <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
James Masciarelli liked an answer from Chester Brigham: How do you deal with writer’s block? I'm never afflicted with writer's block. When my research reaches critical mass, I can't wait to organize and write. Chester Brigham
Aug 13, 2019 04:44PM
James Masciarelli asked a question about Beyond Beauport: As readers, what do you think is the most important thing to an author? My adventure novel Beyond Beauport was a journey itself from research, the writing, getting a published and into the marketplace one year ago this July 24th. I have many to thank, but what do novelists cherish most from readers?
Jul 03, 2019 04:50AM · like · answer this question
James Masciarelli rated a book it was amazing Beyond Beauport by James Masciarelli (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Jul 03, 2019 04:42AM · like
James Masciarelli rated a book it was amazing Stamford '76: A True Story of Murder, Corruption, Race, and Feminism in the 1970s by JoeAnn Hart (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Compelling mystery, tragedy and memoir with exceptional storytelling in a clockwork that pulls at your heartstrings about women's agency in a screwed up world in time and place. JoAnn's dogged pursuit of the truth about her dead friend Margo who knew ...more
Jun 03, 2019 04:56AM · 3 likes · like · see review
James Masciarelli is now following JoeAnn Hart Author of Addled
Jun 03, 2019 04:55AM · like
James Masciarelli rated a book really liked it Lust: Living Under Severe Torment The Guide to Beating Addiction by Lance McCormack	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Whether you or someone you know suffers from addiction,this is a great resource to break the cycle.practical guidance and wisdom on a stubborn problem.
May 06, 2019 09:27AM · like · see review