Christopher Castellani

Christopher Castellani is an American author known for his novels that often explore themes of family, identity, and the immigrant experience. He is the author of five books, including the critically acclaimed trilogy "A Kiss from Maddalena," "The Saint of Lost Things," and "All This Talk of Love." His novel "Leading Men" was a breakout work, exploring the relationship between Tennessee Williams and Frank Merlo, and is being adapted for film. Castellani's work often centers the Italian, Italian-American, and queer experience. He is also an educator and has held positions at various writing institutions.