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Red Waters Rising – Part 3: The Prophecy’s Final Echo

A dreadful spring had cast a somber shadow over Italy. Unrelenting rain lashed the land, causing devastating floods that took lives and destroyed homes. From the ravaged city center of Bologna to the submerged streets of Cesena, fear and despair gripped the heart of the nation. The usually serene town of Paciano was no exception. Continue reading
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Red Waters Rising – Part 1: The Time Capsule

Spring 2023 in Paciano, a quaint medieval village nestled on the slopes of Monte Pausillo in Umbria, was abuzz with an air of anticipation and mystery. The tranquil rhythm of the village was disrupted, not by the usual preparations for the tourist season, but by a peculiar discovery. Nobody remembered when exactly the roadworks on Continue reading
About The blogger
Meet our resident storyteller, the ever-so-eccentric but exceptionally talented Filippo Mazzarelli. Filippo has a knack for spinning the most ordinary events into extraordinary tales, with a dash of wit and a generous dollop of humor. It is rumored that Filippo once successfully turned a story about a lost sock into a comedic odyssey, complete with talking appliances and a daring escape from the dreaded sock-eating monster. When Filippo isn’t concocting hilarious stories, he can be found practicing the fine art of interpretive dance with his pet llama, Sir Fluffington, who also happens to be an excellent proofreader.
Filippo’s writing journey began at the tender age of six when he crafted a heartwarming tale about a lonely marshmallow who found true friendship in a cup of hot cocoa. Since then, Filippo has dedicated his life to tickling funny bones and delighting readers across the globe with his quirky, lighthearted narratives. With an uncanny ability to find humor in even the most mundane situations, Filippo Mazzarelli has become a beloved figure in the world of storytelling. Whether it’s pajama-clad Australians, magical Italian beanstalks, or the thrilling exploits of the Paciano townsfolk, you can trust Filippo to deliver a tale that will leave you chuckling and eagerly awaiting the next adventure.


