About the Author

Marino Amoruso, an award-winning filmmaker and author has written, directed and edited over 50 films for broadcast and cable networks. He's been nominated for 4 Emmy Awards, won the Western Heritage Award and awards at the New York Film Festival. He has also written nine books. FICTION ACROSS 7TH STREET - a love story between an Italian boy and an Orthodox Jewish girl in 1960's Brooklyn, NY. THE SIXTH FAMILY - A gritty, comedic story about the crews of young men that do the dirty work for the Mafia bosses. Filled with great dialogue and riveting characters. MONROE CITY BLUES- In the 1960's, Johnny, a young baseball player from Brooklyn, NY is drafted to a minor league team down South. Amidst the racism, he learns much about friendship & values. THE LAST OUTLAW - a modern day NY reporter goes to New Mexico to uncover the truth about a legend. NON-FICTION GIL HODGES: THE QUIET MAN - a revealing view of Gil's life and career and the controversial truth that has kept Gil from his deserved place in the Baseball Hall of Fame. BACK IN THE DAY: REFLECTIONS OF A BABY BOOMER - a collection of short stories; humorous and poignant views from a Baby Boomer. BEING ITALIAN: A MEMOIR - Amoruso's award-winning reflection of his life as an American-Italian Brooklyn boy, living with his immigrant family. AUNT PHIL GALLO'S COOKBOOK - a wonderful collection of Italian family recipes. Amoruso proudly received the Distinguished Achievement Award from the Sons of Italy in America for his contributions in preserving Italian-American culture, history and heritage in his books and films, which can all be seen on our website. www.mymarfilms.com or search Marino Amoruso on Amazon.com