Dialogue, Detail, and Doing It Right – Inside the Writing Process with Catherine Gigante-Brown

Immigrant Hearts and Literary Legacy: A Conversation with Catherine Gigante-BrownIn this heartfelt episode of the Ready to Be Published Podcast, host Vinnie Corbo of Volossal Publishing sits down with acclaimed author Catherine Gigante-Brown to explore the inspiration, structure, and impact of her latest novel, Immigrant Hearts.Rooted in her own family’s Italian American immigrant history, Immigrant Hearts weaves a multigenerational tale of love, resilience, and community during pre-WWII America. Catherine opens up about how this novel, based on her maternal grandparents’ lives, came together—complete with vintage photos, restored archival images, and a compelling cast of characters inspired by real people.Together, Vinnie and Catherine discuss:How anti-immigrant sentiment past and present shaped the storyWhy Immigrant Hearts might be her most successful book yetHer evolving writing style and unique chapter structuresThe importance of authentic dialogue and character developmentEaster eggs, reader feedback, and honoring family legacies through fictionHow she built a grassroots promotional network through local bookstores, podcasts, museums, and virtual readingsHer entire body of work, from Different Drummer to Cry of Silence, Paul & Carol Go to Guatemala, and moreWhether you’re an aspiring author, a lover of immigrant stories, or a fan of contemporary historical fiction, this conversation offers rich insights into the writing life, publishing process, and the timeless importance of telling personal stories that resonate universally.