Author Lenny Emanuelli at Library
By Tom Keener
Lenny Emanuelli, author of At the Crossroads of Terror, will appear at the Allen Public Library Civic Auditorium, 300 N. Allen Dr., 7 pm, Thursday, August 5. Sponsored by Bach to Books, this program is free and no reservations are required.
From musician and songwriter to corporate executive, this Allen resident has demonstrated great versatilty at whatever job he has tackled. However, he considers writing his most rewarding career.
Raised in Long Island, New York, Lenny began composing at the age of 12 and soon joined the “Citizen’s Band.” Playing guitar, keyboard, bass guitar, drums and more, “Citizen’s Band” performed with “Little Anthony” and “The Drifters.” Later, he joined “The Disciples” who played with Billy Joel when he was with “The Hassles.”
After an 18 year musical career, Lenny joined JPMorgan, eventually becoming a company executive. In 2000, his career brought him to Allen. Then in 2005, three years from retirement, Lenny made the decision to change directions and become a writer. He was inspired by a friend of his who dreamed of writing a book but sadly passed away before finishing his book.
Lenny’s first book The Road, was published in 2008. This tale’s two protagonists, Charlie and Sherry, team up to investigate a 14-year-old unsolved murder.
A thriller, At the Crossroads of Terror transcends multiples genres and captures the often conflicting dynamics of crime, suspense, action, romance and even comedy. Published in Allen by E.P. Publishing, copies can be purchased at www.eppublishing.com.
When asked to compare the similarities and differences of writing songs and books, Lenny declares, “Originality is my primary focus, almost everything has been written, in both music and in a script. As an artist, I try to capitalize on life experiences and lessons learned from my environment to create an entertaining story with a unique style. Basic song is comprised of 3 verses, a bridge (or release) and a chorus. Add a catchy intro and ending and you have a song. My songs average about 1000 words with repeats. Before the first edit, At The Crossroads of Terror contained over 100,000 words on 320 pages.”
His research for At the Crossroads of Terror led Lenny to become a volunteer for Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), a non-profit organization which receives a donation from the sale of each copy of the novel. When asked what he hopes his readers gain from his books, Lenny declared, “Abuse is never okay.”
Lenny resides in Allen with his wife of 36 years, Camille Nicoletti, three daughters, a bird and four dogs.
For information, call Tom Keener at 214-509-4911.
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