I'm a writer, and I love it! It all started during my solo travels abroad when I initially wrote a travelogue to remember my experience. Those same notes, read by my life coach, Alan Cohen, a published author, led him to strongly suggest that I turn my travel notes into a book.What followed next can only be described as extraordinary, as my notes morphed into a beautiful story about my life--albeit, not without the endless support of my editor and writing coach, Tom Parker. As my subtitle states, I wrote Cappuccino Per Favore to inspire, uplift and entertain, but in reality it inspired, uplifted and entertained me, especially during the pandemic when we were all grounded. The writing kept my mind occupied. Plus, rereading my travel stories took me back to some of my favorite places...and memories. The writing was also very cathartic. A gift I didn't expect. My story is about travel, but it is also a journey into this determined gal's life. "Written in a conversational, intimate style, the book's empowering narrative offers a pitch-perfect blend of seduction, despair, and poignant insight that often reads like a novel. The fact that the author's anecdotes occur in some of the world's most beautiful locales, documented in an array of photographs and paintings, is a bonus. An inspiring story of finding adventure and purpose after despair." -Kirkus Reviews "Mary's heartfelt story of transformation will inspire you to consider making brave changes in your life. A stirring model to be true to your heart and visions!" -Alan Cohen, Author of A Deep Breath of LifeRead more about this authorRead less about this author