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January 8, 2017
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January 5, 2017
Signed Copies of Cameron's Quest, Columbus Avenue Boys and Cameron Nation
For those interested in purchasing signed copies of Cameron's Quest, Columbus Avenue Boys and Cameron Nation - message me on Goodreads or at carraturod@aol.com for better pricing than on Amazon or Barnes & Noble. I get better direct pricing, so can sell Quest for $18, Quest plus one (CN or CAB) for $33 or Quest plus (CAB & CN) for $45. If you are local, I can drop off and if you need it to be mailed the postage would be the only additional cost. Paypal or cash.
December 30, 2016
December 27, 2016
Cameron's Quest is now available
Cameron's Quest has been released and is available at amazon.com and iUniverse..com.
The third part of the Columbus Avenue Boys trilogy.
The third part of the Columbus Avenue Boys trilogy.
November 22, 2016
Cameron's Quest - Dust Jacket
Cameron's Quest, due for release mid January 2017. Follow the saga of the Columbus Avenue Boys; Chris Cameron, Sal Esposito and Tony Albanese.
Ping me if you would like to review and receive an autographed copy.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Tuckahoe’s “Golden Boy” Chris Cameron had his future all mapped out. He was the big fish in the small pond as a star athlete and academic standout. Off to the University of Texas to play football, he was on track to make his Italian-American mother and Irish father proud. His two blood brothers chose different paths. Soon after high school, Sal Esposito and Tony Albanese were swept into the life of organized crime. Imposing figures, the pair assisted with strong armed activities for their capo. Away from the “life,” Chris Cameron periodically returned to his neighborhood roots to assist his blood brothers in retribution and risk his promising future to avenge violent threats to his lifelong bond. Cameron’s Quest is full of suspense and character twists. Set in the 1980s, get ready to reminisce about the Mets championship season, Reagonomics, John Gotti’s underworld reign and the pop culture of the time. Relive a time when an Italian-American family’s Sunday dinner table was the only setting needed for therapy sessions, interrogations, judgment and jury for any punishment.
DUST JACKET EXCERPT
In between courses, Mike stretched his legs by the counter and refilled his wine glass. Mounds of food were on the table and the four-gallon jug of homemade red was blocked on the counter near the sink by a bowl of salad. With a clear line of sight to the spectacularly lit Christmas tree, he moved his gaze and admired the luminosity. This life was new to him and he considered himself blessed to have been readily accepted. Italian and Irish blood blended well. He prayed his angels would appreciate the closeness, love and support of a family, which should not be taken lightly. The innumerable amount of friends these children would make would come and go, but because of the bloodlines, those within these four walls would forever be bonded. They would stand by each other to face challenges head on, whatever they may be.
He chuckled to himself, so far so good. The boys were getting along fine…just fine. The prized trio was lying bundled amongst the Nativity Manger, presents and ornaments. The superstitious Irishman believed the little ones must have read his mind. Comfortably asleep, Michael proudly viewed Christopher and Baby Salvatore bookending Little Anthony. In a coordinated movement, they extended their arms and grasped for each other.
Michael took a long sip. The alcohol warmed his throat. He took another healthy drink. Turning his gaze to the hubbub of the dinner table, he envisioned how life would transpire for them all before thinking better of his utopian vision. He recalled an old Yiddish proverb spoken to him by a Jewish customer before Hanukkah – Mann traoch, Gott Lauch.
Man plans, God laughs.
Ping me if you would like to review and receive an autographed copy.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Tuckahoe’s “Golden Boy” Chris Cameron had his future all mapped out. He was the big fish in the small pond as a star athlete and academic standout. Off to the University of Texas to play football, he was on track to make his Italian-American mother and Irish father proud. His two blood brothers chose different paths. Soon after high school, Sal Esposito and Tony Albanese were swept into the life of organized crime. Imposing figures, the pair assisted with strong armed activities for their capo. Away from the “life,” Chris Cameron periodically returned to his neighborhood roots to assist his blood brothers in retribution and risk his promising future to avenge violent threats to his lifelong bond. Cameron’s Quest is full of suspense and character twists. Set in the 1980s, get ready to reminisce about the Mets championship season, Reagonomics, John Gotti’s underworld reign and the pop culture of the time. Relive a time when an Italian-American family’s Sunday dinner table was the only setting needed for therapy sessions, interrogations, judgment and jury for any punishment.
DUST JACKET EXCERPT
In between courses, Mike stretched his legs by the counter and refilled his wine glass. Mounds of food were on the table and the four-gallon jug of homemade red was blocked on the counter near the sink by a bowl of salad. With a clear line of sight to the spectacularly lit Christmas tree, he moved his gaze and admired the luminosity. This life was new to him and he considered himself blessed to have been readily accepted. Italian and Irish blood blended well. He prayed his angels would appreciate the closeness, love and support of a family, which should not be taken lightly. The innumerable amount of friends these children would make would come and go, but because of the bloodlines, those within these four walls would forever be bonded. They would stand by each other to face challenges head on, whatever they may be.
He chuckled to himself, so far so good. The boys were getting along fine…just fine. The prized trio was lying bundled amongst the Nativity Manger, presents and ornaments. The superstitious Irishman believed the little ones must have read his mind. Comfortably asleep, Michael proudly viewed Christopher and Baby Salvatore bookending Little Anthony. In a coordinated movement, they extended their arms and grasped for each other.
Michael took a long sip. The alcohol warmed his throat. He took another healthy drink. Turning his gaze to the hubbub of the dinner table, he envisioned how life would transpire for them all before thinking better of his utopian vision. He recalled an old Yiddish proverb spoken to him by a Jewish customer before Hanukkah – Mann traoch, Gott Lauch.
Man plans, God laughs.
November 16, 2016
Cameron's Quest - off to production. January 2017 release date
Cameron's Quest is off to production. I hope to have the historical fiction novel available by mid-January. Feedback from line editor was consistent with structure edit - and I am pleased with the end product. Honestly, I loved Columbus Avenue Boys and Cameron Nation, but - Cameron's Quest is my most complete work - and the story is friggin' good.
Line Editor - Rob Bignell - It's an impressive story full of suspense and with interesting characters that readers will root for.
IUniverse - Editorial Evaluation - The novel has a strong overall plotline and sense of place. The story offers a strong theme about family, as friends Chris Cameron, Tony Albanese, and Sal Esposito venture out on their own.
This is the third (final maybe??) part of the story - so the Trilogy of the Columbus Avenue Boys continues!!!!!
If you want to catch up on the stories before January 2017 release date...go to Amazon....makes a great Christmas gift set.
Line Editor - Rob Bignell - It's an impressive story full of suspense and with interesting characters that readers will root for.
IUniverse - Editorial Evaluation - The novel has a strong overall plotline and sense of place. The story offers a strong theme about family, as friends Chris Cameron, Tony Albanese, and Sal Esposito venture out on their own.
This is the third (final maybe??) part of the story - so the Trilogy of the Columbus Avenue Boys continues!!!!!
If you want to catch up on the stories before January 2017 release date...go to Amazon....makes a great Christmas gift set.
November 8, 2016
Cameron's Quest
The end is near. Cameron's Quest, the third part of the Columbus Avenue Boys trilogy is almost ready. Final read through, then off to production next week. Hope for mid January availability. Who wants an autographed copy?
October 26, 2016
"Let's Talk Writing" Interview
My "Let's Talk Writing" interview with Vincent Dacquino from 2013.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnGXx...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnGXx...
October 24, 2016
NBC Sports Promo
I competed at the D10 Decathlon in June. This was my fifth year competing and they promoed me for the NBC Sports broadcast.
Great event to be a part of.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Svyym...
Great event to be a part of.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Svyym...
