Come see me read a story from my book, “My Writing Journey”, On October 6 in Norval, Ontario.

There will be autograped copies of my book for sale, also.

My “JACKPOT!” film has reached another milestone.

As of May 11, 2024, “JACKPOT!” has reached a milestone of 500 total views in less than 90 days!

Those who have not viewed it, and are interested in viewing it, can visit www.Facebook.com/Jackpot2023film . 

The next milestone might be a nomination for a MARTY AWARD.  Stay Tuned!

JosephA. Monachino is organizing a bi- annual event, Author’s Day, 10 am to 6 pm for Mississauga Writers Group members to sell their books.  Studio 89, 2520 Eglinton Ave W, Mississauga, will be the venue and it has high pedestrian traffic.  The cost to cover our costs will be $10/each and the venue has room for 7 authors with their books.  The event will be held on June 15^th to coincide with the summer readings – and the second week of December to coincide with Holiday Season reading.  He’d like to announce this at the AGM to see if there are any group members who may want to be part of this event.  Contact Elizabeth at writers.mississaugawritersgroup@gmail.com if you would like to be part of the Author’s Day!

Joseph also announced this – 2024-25 Local Authors Showcase Book Fair – Brampton Library Local Authors Showcase Book Fair will be held on Saturday June 22^nd 8 am – 1 pm at Ken Whillans Square, 41 Main Street South, Brampton.  If you are interested, please contact Elizabeth and I will send you the particulars.  Please RSVP by Monday May 6^th at 5 pm.  Spaces limited.

MY WRITING JOURNEY:

A CHRONICLE OF MY SHORT STORIES

BY: JOSEPH A. MONACHINO

“My Writing Journey: A Chronicle of My Short Stories” is a collection of

some of the short stories I’ve written in the last few years.  The stories are an eclectic mix of genres ranging from Science Fiction to Crime Thrillers.

They are easy to read.

In composing a collection of my works, I can share them in one book with those who find an interest in reading my, what I hope are, riveting, compelling and provocative stories.       

MY BIO

I am 60 years old, married, and a resident of Mississauga (Ontario, Canada).  My interest in writing dates back to when I was a child and an avid reader of newspapers, then magazines and books.  

“The Transporting Device” is my first book. It has been rewritten as a short film script, called “The Traverse Device”.  It has been awarded with 3 awards, namely: Best short script in the Film Nest, Script Symphony, and Delta International Screenplay Contests

I have written a follow-up to this story, “Brigid II: The Transporting Device Is Reinvented”, which is my second book.  I  have also written the second sequel called, “Brigid II: The Contraband Caper”.

I have written many entries in the Mississauga Writers Group’s “Word Fest” book series.

I am currently seeking to have my latest story, “Water Fate”, produced into a motion picture.  It was awarded as quarterfinalist in the Sunvale Screenplay Contest.  My script, called “Jackpot!”, has been produced into a 22-minute film.  It has won an award for Best Short Film in the Indie Film Festival.

I graduated, with Honours, from the Sales and Marketing Certificate program of Sheridan College.  My other hobbies and interests include long distance walking, Classic Rock, playing softball, watching movies, and of course writing.  

I have had several Letters to the Editor published in local newspapers over the years.  Several years ago, I won a creative writing contest.  I was 1 of 15 winners out of many entrants.  My career goal is to become an independent author.

I wrote a monthly column for the Peel Weekly News,  called: “Focus on Film Forum”, from 2019 to 2022.  It focused in on current events, personalities and companies that take place or operate in Mississauga, Peel Region, and the GTA.  .  In 2020, I was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Mississauga Writers Group.  I am the Director of Marketing and Promotions. 

Joseph A. Monachino

1208-250 Webb Drive

Mississauga, Ontario

L5B 3Z4

Joseph.monachino@yahoo.com

416-885-9664

Joseph Monachino Terry Mills Paul Renshaw

josephmonachino42@gmail.com eatmills@gmail.com renshaw25@hotmail.com

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 (Mssissauga, Ontario) – “The Transporting Device” script is on it’s way to being produced into a sort film. There is a production company I am working with that is assisting with this venture. We will be applying for a GRANT with an organization that provices a EGMG. I will reveal the name of that organization and grant pending approval. Keep visiting this site for future updates.

IN PERSON

Joseph A. Monachino

Friday, February 10, 2017, 5:00 pm

Friday, March 10, 2017, 5:00 pm

Friday, April 7, 2017, 5:00 pm

Chapters Square One

The Transporting Device is a compelling Science-Fiction story about a university professor who invents a device which creates instantaneous travel from a person’s current location to any desired destination in the world without airport hassles.

Imagine something that can instantly transfer you to wherever you desire to go, as long as the locale’s data is stored inside the device.  That’s the jumping-off point of a self-published sci-fi short story, The Transporting Device, written by
Mississauga resident Joseph A. Monachino.

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