Kerri Lane Mariano

Broschiertes Buch

The Gingerbread Games

Beschreibung

Welcome to Middletown, a charming small town in Virginia, where the holiday season kicks off with the eagerly anticipated annual Gingerbread Games. This festive event features a series of thrilling competitions that draw the community into a battle for prestigious titles and year-long bragging rights. At the heart of this holiday tradition in the Gillespie family, a dynasty renowned for its exceptional talent and relentless drive. Each year, the Gillespie family faces off against their main rivals, the Channing family, whose determination is equally fierce. The Gingerbread Games, with their variety of challenging contests, have become a highlight of Middletown's vibrant holiday season. As the Gillespie sisters return from college, they find the competition more intense than ever, with a hint of romance stirring in the crisp winter air. Middletown transforms into a whirlwind of emotions as rivalries flare, new romances bloom, and the joyous games are overshadowed by unsettling sabotage. As secrets, jealousy, and hidden desires threaten to unravel long-standing relationships, the stakes have never been higher. Will concealed feelings or devious sabotage change the outcome of the Gingerbread Games? Though this story is a work of fictions, the author weaves in personal holiday traditions, hoping to inspire readers to create cherished new ones with their own families. The Gingerbread Games is a holiday saga where rivalry, romance, and mystery collide! Kerri Lane Mariano brings heart and passion for her small town to the world of film and stories. Graduating Summa Cum Laude in Media Communication and Film from Shenandoah University, she has established herself as a multifaceted artist--- a film producer, blends photography and painting to capture moments that empower women. Kerri's dedication to showcasing her hometown in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, is evident in her collaborations with local business which she features in her films and stories to highlight the charm and character of her community. As she prepares for the spring 2025 release of her latest project, "Miss Valentine," Kerri's creativity, commitment to excellence, and passion for community building continue to set her apart. Her other notable film credits include "Santa Girl," "Cupid for Christmas," and "Mt. Hideaway." Kerri loves traveling the world with her husband when she's not creating. She is also the proud mother of two grown sons. Shawn and Stephen, who inspired the brotherly pair in her story, "The Gingerbread Games." Website- Mariano Art & Film Foundation - www.Marianoaff.com

Autor

Kerri Lane Mariano, Summa Cum Laude Media and Film graduate from Shenandoah University, is not just a film producer; she's a community builder and a hometown advocate. Known for her work on films like Santa Girl, Cupid for Christmas, and Mt. Hideaway, Kerri goes beyond traditional filmmaking. Her commitment to community development shines through her efforts to build a film community in Winchester, partnering with local businesses to raise production value and showcase the charm of her hometown on the big screen.Recently, Kerri completed her first novel, The Gingerbread Games, which will be released in the fall of 2024. This heartwarming holiday story blends romance, rivalry, and family traditions, perfect for the festive season. Additionally, Kerri authored The Writer's Spark, a workbook for writers and authors available on Amazon, designed to help creatives overcome writer's block and ignite their creative flow.Her upcoming short film Step, written, directed, and produced for the Women in Film competition sponsored by Mattel, is scheduled for release in fall 2024. This project highlights her script writing and directing skills and showcases her versatility across multiple creative mediums.In addition to her prowess in film production and radio commercials, Kerri is an award-winning photographer. She is celebrated for capturing empowering moments, especially of women, and creating engaging television and social media ads. She is preparing for the release of Miss Valentine, in the spring of 2025.With her unique blend of creativity, commitment to excellence, and passion for community building, Kerri Lane Mariano stands out as a dynamic force in the industry, pioneering a new era of filmmaking that intertwines the art of cinema with the essence of her hometown.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: GENESIS PUBLISHING HOUSE
• Seitenzahl: 192
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 287g
• ISBN-13: 9798991139823
• Artikelnr.: 71990171