Author Archives: pamelaallegretto

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About pamelaallegretto

Artist/Writer

“EASY, BREEZY, AND STREET-SMART WRITING STYLE”

Posted on February 2, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

“Author and artist Pamela Allegretto has stepped in to satisfy our Venice yearnings with her new novel, a madcap tongue-in-cheek escapade titled “Ashes to Ashes, Diamonds to Dust.” The whimsical book cover is the first clue of the jaunt awaiting … Continue reading →

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PRIMO GENNAIO JANUARY 1st

Posted on January 29, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

Until I stumbled into this odd little side gig of translating Italian poetry, my idea of poetry didn’t go much further than, “Roses are red…” etc., etc. Occasionally, I read and reread and tried to understand some of the poetry … Continue reading →

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“GOODREADS REVIEW”

Posted on January 17, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

“What a bittersweet story. It shows the depths people will go to during a crisis situation: in this case, a war. Some cower in fear, others feed their greed, while the true heroes face calamities and strive to make the … Continue reading →

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“UNITY” – HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Posted on December 31, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Although the balloons are different colors, they are all still balloons. When they unite, good things happen. I’m hopeful that in 2021 we can all unite and make good things happen. HAPPY NEW YEAR! “L’UNITÀ”  – FELICE ANNO NUOVO! Sebbene … Continue reading →

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“WRITTEN WITH A SKILLFUL PAINTER’S EYE TO DETAIL…”

Posted on December 14, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

“With an irresistible combination of beautiful setting, diamonds and jewels, murder, and a cast of unforgettable and dubious characters, we follow the exploits of Carla Romano, a no-nonsense young woman, as she turns amateur sleuth in an effort to solve … Continue reading →

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“A FANTASTIC STORY THAT HAS IT ALL!”

Posted on December 3, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

“This is the first book I read from this author, and let me tell you that I loved it! Such a good book with great characters that keeps you obsessed with every page since the first one. The ending of … Continue reading →

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ALLEGRETTO ART – FREE US SHIPPING!

Posted on November 23, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Ends midnight tonight: 11/22/20  Eastern Standard Time! Quality giclee prints, greeting cards, tote bags, i-phone cases, throw pillows, puzzles, masks, coffee cups, etc. I hope you enjoy browsing through my eclectic gallery that ranges from bold trompe l’oeil “Views to … Continue reading →

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“A BRILLIANT READ”

Posted on November 12, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

“I loved every page of this well written story, and didn’t want it to end.Carla takes her late friend’s ashes to Venice where she is taking part in an art exhibition. She inadvertently becomes embroiled in a cat and mouse … Continue reading →

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SAX SEX

Posted on November 7, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Today is International Saxophone Day. Yes, that’s really a “Day!” It seems International Saxophone Day is celebrated on November 6th of each year in remembrance of Antoine-Joseph (Adolphe) Sax, the inventor of the saxophone. Adolphe Sax was born on November … Continue reading →

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“BOOK LEFT ME BREATHLESS”

Posted on October 29, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

“Bridge of Sighs and Dreams is a stirring and evocative portrait of Italy under the Fascists and the Nazi occupation. I’ve visited Italy several times, and the elegant descriptions made me feel as if I had returned. This book left … Continue reading →

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WORLD FOOD DAY

Posted on October 17, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

WORLD FOOD DAY Hunger won’t wait for the pandemic to end. There is no justification for children to go hungry in this country. But it’s happening every day, in every community. The USDA states that more than 11 million children … Continue reading →

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SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI –

Posted on October 5, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

  Today is the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi. We don’t have to be Christians or even religious to appreciate the life of St. Francis of Assisi. He cherished all of nature and creatures large and small. I … Continue reading →

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A NEW MONTH / A NEW SEASON / A NEW 5-STAR REVIEW

Posted on October 1, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

“In her first book Pamela Allegretto captivated readers with sweeping frescoes of WW2 Rome imagined through her artist’s eye. In her second she switches genres to display her talents as a caricaturist in a rollicking tongue-in-cheek adventure about a hunt … Continue reading →

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“5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY”

Posted on September 14, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Bridge of Sighs and Dreams was published five years ago this week. My goal was to entertain and inform. Sales, interviews, newspaper and magazine articles, and lovely reviews have exceeded any expectations I might have had. An unforeseen benefit has … Continue reading →

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IL PRIMO SETTEMBRE / SEPTEMBER FIRST (Encore)

Posted on September 1, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

On this first day of September, I felt it appropriate to share the poem SEPTEMBER FIRST written by Luciano Somma. As in all of Luciano’s poetry, we feel the sentimental spirit of one of Italy’s foremost poets. I am always … Continue reading →

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