Author Bio

John Carzello is an emerging voice in historical fiction and political commentary, drawing on a lifetime of diverse experiences that inform his writing with authenticity, compassion, and insight. Born on June 27, 1953, in Springfield, Massachusetts, he is the son of John Carzello and Dorothy Fitzgerald and the proud grandson of four immigrants from Italy and Ireland, heritages that deeply shape his cultural perspective and storytelling sensibilities.

A U.S. Army veteran, John Carzello served honorably from 1971 to 1973. Following his military service, he dedicated over 25 years to public service as a youth and family counselor under Youth Protection, where he worked tirelessly to support and advocate for vulnerable communities. His commitment to service and social justice has left a lasting impact on many lives.

Since retiring in 2012, John Carzello has made his home in the Montreal, Quebec region. As a dual citizen of the United States and Canada, he maintains strong ties to both countries and frequently travels back to Massachusetts to visit his large and close-knit extended family, which includes three sisters and an impressive 32 first cousins.

Now embarking on a second career as a writer, John Carzello explores themes of history, politics, faith, and the human condition through his books. His debut historical novel, The Papal Bull, transports readers to 15th-century England, navigating the tensions of religious authority, monarchy, and political unrest in the wake of the War of the Roses. His second work, No More Partying: 7 Visions for a New Americas, is a bold and timely political manifesto advocating for a reinvention of political engagement and unity across the Americas, rooted in the principles first warned about by George Washington in his farewell address.

John Carzello writes with a deep sense of civic responsibility and historical awareness, offering readers both gripping narratives and thoughtful reflections. He welcomes feedback from his readers and encourages dialogue around the ideas presented in his work.