Carmela Cattuti Creative

06/10/2026

The fall of light on the figure. Charcoal with white chalk.

05/29/2026

I have a new book coming out this fall. Below are two preliminary book covers. I'll be posting a number of possible covers over the coming weeks. Which one do you like? Check it out:

Another Slice of Light is a fictional narrative following Marie's journey of self-discovery as she navigates her family's mysterious past and her complex relationships in 1970s New York City. The story blends themes of spirituality, identity, and the unseen world, centered around a mystical mirror and the secretive Five-Pointed Star Club

03/25/2026

I used to feel lost in the vastness of history — until writing prompts became my compass. These small sparks helped me step into other lives, from a 19th‑century immigrant’s first day in a new city to a healer quietly tending a plague‑era village. Try this: set a 15‑minute timer, pick a prompt, research one quick fact, and write without editing. You’ll be surprised how a tiny key can open a whole world of story.

If you love historical fiction, art, or the stories of immigrant journeys, this piece shares practical tips and prompts to jumpstart your imagination. Read more and let a prompt light your way. What era would you want to write about? Share below — I’d love to hear.

03/20/2026

I remember the hull’s low groan as dawn turned the Atlantic silver; Angela wiped salt from her braid and watched America grow like a shy promise on the horizon. Her hands trembled, but she kept a steady breath—endurance carved from a Sicilian kitchen, prayers, and the stories my family passed down. This trilogy roots her journey in the small, true details of mid-century life—sea-salt mornings, tenement light, and the stubborn hope that reshapes a life. Boston readers: does this scene pull you in? Join the conversation with your book group or stop by to learn more. https://wix.to/wB2ouvi

03/13/2026

I researched my great‑aunt Angela Lanza’s letters and Boston city records to find one survival strategy that kept her and many immigrants going: food as community. Sharing meals—simple soups, bread baked together, and ingredients swapped at neighborhood markets—was how they preserved language, passed on skills, and found comfort. It’s a small, practical habit with big emotional power. How could gathering around a table heal or ground you today? Read more and share if this resonates: https://wix.to/MGnDsg5 🍲🏙️

02/21/2026

New on the blog: Exploring Self-Actualization and the Spiritual Experience — a reflective piece on awakening to a deeper, more meaningful existence and uncovering who we truly are beneath everyday expectations. Read the full post and join the conversation. https://wix.to/UjNkN5S

When I first began my journey into understanding self-actualization, I was struck by how deeply it intertwines with the spiritual experience. It’s not just about reaching your fullest potential in a worldly sense but about awakening to a deeper, more meaningful existence. This path invites us to e...

02/21/2026

“Carmela’s trilogy brought my grandparents’ stories to life with astonishing historical detail and real heart. The Sicilian immigrant experience felt so true I kept thinking of Boston’s North End and the families who built this city.” — A. Rivera

Discover the trilogy’s blend of fiction, art, and mindful reflection and support local readers in Boston, MA. Read more and purchase: https://wix.to/7mR6UaH 📚❤️

Have a family story this series reminded you of? Share it below.

02/21/2026

I grew up hearing stories that felt both close and distant — a language slipping between generations, a mother’s memory folded into quiet moments. Angela Lanza’s story in the trilogy shows how small losses become part of who we are and how communities rebuild meaning together. How does your family keep memory alive? Visit the trilogy page to explore more: https://wix.to/SBqtlQV 📚🌿 — share your thoughts below!

02/21/2026

I remember Angela Lanza stepping off the ship into a cold Boston morning, clutching a single suitcase and a head full of songs her grandmother taught her. That moment—equal parts fear and fierce hope—begins a trilogy about resilience, belonging, and the small rituals that keep us whole. Read a short excerpt and follow her decades-long journey through history, art, and the heart. Discover how the author’s mixed‑media paintings and mindfulness practice shaped the story, and find purchase links and the full trilogy at https://wix.to/1yg9LPC. Who will you bring into Angela’s world? 📚🎨✨

02/16/2026

Check out my master copy.

A master copy I did of William Bouguereau's Twilight Mood. Learn a lot from creating master copies. Message me if interested.