Author Spotlight ~ Andy Martello

 WINNER! 2014 International Book Awards (Biography)

FINALIST! 2014 Readers' Favorite Book Awards (Biography)

RUNNER-UP! 2014 Hollywood Book Festival and Beach Book Festival (Biography)

Okay Seann, that's the book, now where's the author?

Introducing Andy Martello!

Yes, this is the second time talking about Andy on my blog. What a great guy and what a great book.

If I was doing a video blog right now, you would be able to feel my excitement. Earlier this year, I ordered 3 autographed copies of The King of Casino's from Andy's website. I called my Dad recently to ask him what he thought and he said he absolutely loved the book. He wants to go to Las Vegas to see Andy perform and say hello. Ditto for me :)

Take the time to check this award winning book out. It is really worth your while.

I like the story of the Willie Martello's niece asking him why he announces himself when he calls someone. She even asked him if he thought anyone would care that he was calling them. He handled it like a pro. A lesson that can all serve us well. Wish I could tell you what it is...

Review by Amazon Customer (yes this is really the nickname)  Reads like a novel!

It reads like a novel, but don't skim. You don't want to miss a detail. Even if you never thought you would be interested in a story about a guy who owned a casino, the story, and Andy's captivating writing will pull you in.

To learn more about Andy Martello, visit his website - andymartello.com and/or see previous posting

Rare or unseen photos - A trip back in time!

"The rare photos alone are worth the price of admission. My only regret is that I didn't write this book."

 — Robert Graysmith, New York Times Bestselling Author of Zodiac, Auto-Focus, and Black Fire

Another exciting day in my life. I have ordered 3 of  The King of Casinos: Willie Martello and The El Rey Club to be personally signed by the author for my Dad, my uncle Bryon and myself.  Fabulous pictures are shown in the video below.

Visit andymartello.com for autographed copies. 

OR head on over to Amazon -  USA  &  Canada

From the Press Release - "Were it not for the chance discovery of a single photo in a Las Vegas museum, the El Rey Club would be known only as the seedy brothel where Senator Harry Reid learned to swim." states Andy Martello. Lost for over sixty years and featuring over 140 rare or unseen photos, the vibrant stories and exploits of the adventurer that Willie Martello was, are now brought to light
through the amazing book.

 

"Martello does a fantastic job "prepping" the reader early for the mass of information that flows freely throughout the book. Amazing pictures and a fun read about a very cool story and time in Nevada history."  ~ Review by C. Squyres - Fantastic writing style about an amazing story    

ANDY MARTELLO

You've seen him eating fire on NBC's "Last Comic Standing" & spinning plates on national television.

He's opened for legends like Gladys Knight & performed for President George Bush (the original, NOT the sequel!)

In 2010 he began his career as a Las Vegas headliner as part of the comedy magic duo, Spike & Hammer.  

Visit andymartello.com for autographed copies. OR head on over to Amazon -  USA  &  Canada