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Books Chris Joseph Stancato

L’Allegro or Il Penseroso? Stan or Topher Martini? Find the answer in this compelling story: A to P

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A to P A compelling story about two brothers: One who aggressive in his task to pillage the particularities of family and social timelines and the other, passive in his timeline, melancholy in message, and tormented by regret. A to P This coming of age novel intertwines you into the lives of the two brothers from a small Western Pennsylvania town. Whether it is love, work, family or drugs nothing seems to go right for too long. Just when you begin to lose hope, a ray of sunshine Read more [...]
BOOK REVIEWS

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"If you are looking for a good read, you won't go wrong with A to P. I look forward to the next novel from Chris Joseph Stancato.”

 

 

 

 

A to P is A Top Novel

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“I enjoyed this novel. I found the characters to be relatable. It's set at a nice pace that continues to pick up to make for an exciting climax. An easy read the words and story flows.” Daslickest

“What a wild ride you travel as you read A Read more [...]

Short Story

Blanche Gatto’s Baked Goods

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Blanche Gatto’s Baked Goods

“Remember, all entries must be mailed in before noon on March fifth. Make sure to send one dessert recipe. Then attach a brief bio of yourself, and most importantly, write on the envelope, ‘2017 Battle of the Bakers.’ The three chosen contestants will present their desserts at our St. Patrick’s Day celebration at our Market Square Pavilion. Wow, this should be interesting… the morning show sampling sweet desserts then drinking pitchers of beer with corn Read more [...]

Orange Anecdotal Slices

Albert Joseph’s Bravado

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Albert Joseph’s Bravado

Black and White Television Shows

Golden Age of Radio

Stories about his childhood:

Melancholy in Monessen,

A football star’s future—

Shortened by the family’s business.

Met a woman from Charleroi,

“Virginia is for Lovers.”

Completed a Family in 1971:

A corner house he purchased at Henry Street

In the borough of N. Belle Vernon.

I recall (those 14 vivid years

And the 16 visiting years),

What I want to recall…

A mill custodian, a provider,

A man Read more [...]

FLASH FICTION

Azucar in the Guest House

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Azucar in the Guest House

“Sarita, I have a large package for you,” said Garcia the mailman. “I can tell by your obvious expression, this must be very important to you.” He hands her the box along with a few pieces of mail.

“Gracias Señor Garcia,” she responds looking at the address with a smile.

“I can smell your abuella is preparing dinner, please tell her I said hello.”

“Si, Señor Garcia, I will tell my grandmother when I go inside.”

Sara, or Sarita as she is known Read more [...]