Being Italian: A Memoir
Marino Amoruso is a nationally recognized filmmaker, writer, director and author. He has written eight books, including the popular novelsAcross 7th Street,The Sixth FamilyandMonroe City Blues.His non-fiction works feature Gil Hodges: The Quiet Man- the original hardcover and the newly released Special Commemorative Edition in paperback.  BACK IN THE DAY: Reflections of a Baby Boomer- a collection of his blogs and newspaper columns.  Being Italian: A Memoir- with a full family cookbook and memorable photos.  Our Contributions: The Italians in Americaas well asThe Italians: A Musical History. In 2012, Amoruso was honored to receive the Distinguished Achievement Award from the Sons of Italy in America for his work in preserving Italian- American culture, history and heritage in his books and films. As an award-winning filmmaker, he has also written, directed and edited more than 50 films for many major networks and has received four Emmy nominations, the Western Heritage Award as well as awards from the New York Film Festival and winner of BEST FILM forJackie Robinson: My Storyfrom the Long Island International Film Expo and the Garden State Film Festival.  He has three children, two step children, two dogs, a cat and lives with his wife, Myra, in Oakdale, New York.