Ed Manolio

Biography

I was born in New York City but lived most of my early life in Fort Lee, New Jersey. After my schooling was finished, eventually I re-located to East Atlantic Beach, New York where I currently reside with my lovely wife Odalys. While growing up our family always had a dog although the responsibility to care for them always fell on my parents shoulders. I became a dog lover and finally decided to take the plunge into ownership with my first Irish Setter. It was quite an experience, one I wouldn't change at all. It certainly taught me the full impact of having a pet.
My interests include music and music history, playing tennis, gardening, all Boston professional sports teams and animal rights. My first book, Tails From Dublin is a sincere look back at our lives together written entirely from her perspective. We had some adventures together and the book details them from her eyes. My next book, soon to be published, will be on a unique look at recorded popular music history.

Smashwords Interview

Who are your favorite authors?
Laura Hillenbrand
Donna Tartt
Anna Quindlen
Bill O'Reilly
Bill Bryson
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
Understanding that life doesn't go on forever and that every day is important. It gives me the inspiration to accomplish something.
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Where to find Ed Manolio online

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Books

The 100 Most Important Artists in the History of Popular Music!
Price: $4.00 USD. Words: 137,800. Language: English. Published: March 19, 2024 . Categories: Nonfiction » Music » Reference, Nonfiction » Music » General
The book reveals and defines the most important and influential artists in the history of popular music. It interestingly takes into consideration the accomplishments, influence and legacy of the artists that have meant the most to world's most enjoyed musical genre. Styles ranging from rock music to jazz, hip-hop, country, soul and bluegrass and others were all considered without any bias.
The 100 Most Important Albums of the Sixties
Price: $3.50 USD. Words: 51,480. Language: English. Published: May 9, 2021 . Categories: Nonfiction » Music » Music reference, Nonfiction » Entertainment » Music
Musically the 1960's was the decade when many of the most creative albums from the most imaginative musical artists were released. This book explores and chooses the 100 most important, influential vinyl albums of that decade, many of which define the era that was filled with social upheaval, revolution in politics and unpredictable times. It explores and presents each album's case for selection
The Greatest Single Season Basketball Team in NBA History
Price: $1.50 USD. Words: 5,130. Language: English. Published: May 19, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » Sports & outdoor recreation » Basketball, Nonfiction » Sports & outdoor recreation » History
A convincing book on what the author believes is the greatest team in NBA history. It is a condensed study into the one club that had the most perfect blend of players, game plan execution and management. It features statistics, pictures, player profiles and the reasoning why the author makes the claim that they are the Greatest Single Season Team in NBA History.
The Greatest Artists in Popular Recorded Music History (The 150 Greatest Artists in the History of Recorded Popular Music)
Price: $3.00 USD. Words: 164,010. Language: English. Published: May 14, 2018 . Categories: Nonfiction » Music » General, Nonfiction » Music » Reference
This book contains what are arguably the greatest overall artists in the history of recorded popular music taking into consideration all the talents that have brought them to be described in this publication. It is a fascinating trip through the years that puts into perspective a genre of entertainment that has been a part of almost every person"s life.
The Greatest Songwriter/Performer Albums In Recorded Music History - Part 2
Price: $3.00 USD. Words: 70,540. Language: American English. Published: December 19, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Music » Music reference, Nonfiction » Music » Music reference
Part two of a very interesting musical journey. This is a book dedicated to the greatest albums in the history of popular music recorded in which the artist has performed and composed or co-composed each and every track. It is a fascinating look at collection of recordings from a wide range of musical genres. A true collection of some of the greatest albums of all time done by some of the best.
The Greatest Songwriter/Performer Albums In Recorded Music History
Price: $3.00 USD. Words: 73,220. Language: American English. Published: March 10, 2015 . Categories: Nonfiction » Music » Reference
The first music history reference book of its kind! We reveal the greatest popular music albums, both composed and performed by the same artist or artists. The premise being the artists must have written or co-written and also performed, either vocally and/or instrumentally on every track contained on their album. These are the most talented artists in the world of popular music!
Tails From Dublin (And I Don't Mean Ireland!)
Price: $2.50 USD. Words: 58,900. Language: American English. Published: March 1, 2014 . Categories: Nonfiction » Relationships & Family » Emotions, Nonfiction » Biography » Autobiographies & Memoirs
(5.00 from 1 review)
A most unique book written from my Irish Setter dog Dublin's perception . Both adults and children will enjoy this true life story. After spending every day for almost thirteen years together, I believe that if Dublin could have put pen to paper, this book is as close as possible to the what the result would be. A heartwarming book about a dog's life and times through her own eyes.