THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford’s Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is a Son’s Personal Account of Life within a Crime Family in the 1950s and ’60s

By Kevin DiBacco | March 12, 2024

THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford’s Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is a riveting tale of crime, family, and redemption in the gritty underworld of the 1950s and 1960s Hartford, Connecticut.     Geno DiBacco led the notorious Gabardine Gang, a small-time mob that ruled the city. Geno’s son, Kevin, takes you on a visceral journey through his childhood […]

Contrasting the Memoir ESCAPE FROM MARIUPOL and Oscar-winning Documentary “20 Days in Mariupol”

By Michael Cordova | March 11, 2024

Congratulations to the creators of “20 Days in Mariupol” for winning best documentary. The film reveals a ghostly city landscape. Where were all the civilians? They were hiding underground. What was it like for the masses to live in basements without water, food, or heat? How did they handle having to sleep beside corpses? If […]

Meet Romance Author Jill Rice!

By Jill Rice | March 7, 2024

Jill’s Story  Jill Rice’s journey began amidst the bustling streets of Atlanta, Georgia, where she spent her formative years. However, her story unfolds far beyond city limits, taking her to some of the most enchanting and magical places on Earth. From the vibrant seascapes of Mexico to the serene beauty of Colorado and the coastal […]