BEING ITALIAN: A MEMOIR - Amorusos' award winning reflection of his life as an American-Italian Brooklyn boy, living with his immigrant family. BACK IN THE DAY: REFLECTIONS OF A BABY BOOMER - a collection of short stories humorous and poignant views from a Baby Boomer. 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. THE LAST OUTLAW - a modern day NY reporter goes to New Mexico to uncover the truth about a legend. MONROE CITY BLUES-A Brooklyn boy learns about baseball, prejudice and life in the 1960's South Georgia. A gritty comedic story with great dialogue and riveting characters. THE SIXTH FAMILY - about the "crews" of young men that do the dirty work for the Mafia bosses. He has also written nine books - ACROSS 7TH STREET - a love story between an Italian boy and an Orthodox Jewish girl in 1960's Brooklyn, NY. He was nominated for four Emmy Awards, won the prestigious Western Heritage Award and awards at the New York Film Festival. Marino Amoruso, an award-winning filmmaker and author has written, directed and edited over 50 films for broadcast and cable networks.
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