We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospection. ~ Anais Nin
Ciao!
Welcome to Lisa Montanaro Writes… The natural place to spark creativity, including writing, reading, and storytelling. This is my creative playground! So glad you are joining me.
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About
With a foot on each coast, I am part no-nonsense Italian American New Yorker and part sunny Californian — with a life long love affair of the written word. Read more…
Books
I write fiction and nonfiction, and am delighted that my debut novel, Everything We Thought Was True, launches in fall 2024 with Red Adept Publishing. My nonfiction publications include an author branding chapter in the anthology, Launch Pad: The Countdown to Marketing Your Book, and my book, The Ultimate Life Organizer: An Interactive Guide to a Simpler, Less Stressful & More Organized Life. Read more…
Writer Coaching
As a coach and consultant for writers, I will be your partner along your writer’s journey. Think of me as a writing confidante, business strategist, branding expert, and cheerleader all rolled into one. Read more…
Speaking
I have years of experience as a professional speaker, webinar host, and podcast guest… Read more…
Book Reviews
I love to read and share my thoughts on all types of genres. Take a peek at what I’ve been reading. Read more…
Freelance Writing
I offer freelance writing for publications and non-profit organizations. My most recent assignment was serving as the feature writer for The Bike Campaign, which promotes cycling as a means of transportation, exercise, and joy. Read more…
Prosecco & Prose Newsletter
I love all things Italian and my favorite drink is Prosecco! I also love all things book-related. Put them together and what do you get? Prosecco & Prose, that’s what.
I love connecting with readers, writers, and lovers of creativity in all of its forms. And if we can do that over a virtual glass of bubbly, even better. I like to share updates on my writing journey, book recommendations, musings on the writing life and community, and introduce you to great authors.
So let’s keep the conversation going! Sign up and step into my enoteca (that’s “wine bar” in Italian… sounds so much nicer, right?).
Your first virtual glass of bubbly is on me.
Ciao ~ Lisa
Recent Blog Posts
Announcing my New Facebook Author Page
Big news!! Announcing my new author page on Facebook. Facebook.com/LisaMontanaroAuthor For those who have been following my previous Facebook business page, you will notice that it has shifted to my new author page. If you [...]
Officially a California Girl!
At what point does a New York gal living in NorCal get to officially become a California girl? I’ve been living in this beautiful corner of the world for 12 years come this summer. And [...]
Thrilled to be Recognized as WFWA Program Volunteer of the Year for 2023
Throughout our lifetime and careers, many of us join organizations, associations, clubs, and groups to connect with people over a like-minded interest, passion, practice, or cause. Some people do it as part of their professional [...]
The Countdown to Marketing Your Book: A Bookish Road Trip Interview
I had the pleasure of participating in a Bookish Road Trip panel, The Countdown to Marketing Your Book, hosted by Mary Helen Sheriff. I was in great company with three other fabulous presenters: Erika Lance: [...]
Video Interview of Launch Pad Anthology Series Collaborators, Hosted by Yours Truly
Recently, I had the pleasure of grabbing the mic and turning the tables on Grace Sammon, the fabulous host of the Launch Pad video series and creator of the Launch Pad book anthology series that [...]
It’s Been a Great Ride (Pun Intended!)
Lisa and Maria Conterars Tebbutt For the past 4 years, I got to be "the voice" of the Bike Campaign as their feature writer. It has been an absolute pleasure to interview people and [...]