Books

 

  

SEVEN SLICES OF LIFE 

by Leo Finelli 

For nine-year-old Kalen Rietta, everything is an adventure - whether he's making dinner for his family, sitting next to his best friend at school, or going trick-or-treating on Halloween night. 

As the seasons change, Kalen experiences the highs and lows of a kid's life. He learns that there won't always be someone there to take care of him, but he discovers confidence in himself. 

Inspired by his own passions for getting creative and changing the world, author Leo Finelli introduces readers to a thoughtful kid and the wonderful world around him. 

Released May 1, 2024. Buy now on Amazon!

THE NUTCRACKER'S WORLD

by Leo Finelli

Winter is here, and Clara is so excited! Her friends and family celebrate many different winter holidays: Hanukkah, Christmas, the Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, and Lunar New Year.

At a holiday party, Clara receives a very special gift: the Nutcracker, a magical toy who will lead Clara to a grand palace inhabited by living, dancing decorations and symbols of the different winter holidays.

Based on Tchaikovsky's classic ballet, The Nutcracker's World is the perfect book to cozy up with on the coldest and darkest nights of the year. Leo Finelli's lively text and photo-collage illustrations will delight readers of all ages.

Released October 14, 2025. 

I have also written several short stories and posted them on Medium. 

You can read them here! https://medium.com/@finelli-leo