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"I just started writing and next thing you know I have a manuscript in front of me." - Marianna Buffolino
"I just started writing and next thing you know I have a manuscript in front of me." - Marianna Buffolino
Today’s featured award-winning author is a mom, wife, entrepreneur, and appellate paralegal, Marianna Buffolino. Marianna and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her writing process, balancing writing life with mom life, and more!
Key Things You’ll Learn:
What inspired Marianna to become an author
How her Italian heritage and other sources inspire her writings
What major setback led to Marianna creating more success
Marianna’s advice for aspiring authors, especially romance novelists
Marianna’s Site: https://authormariannabuffolino.com/
Marianna’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BPS45N7D/allbooks
The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/
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