Teens will finally have a chance to experience Adriana Trigiani's humor, insight and beloved storytelling for themselves with her new book, VIOLA IN REEL LIFE, the first in a new teen seriesl. Celebrated author Adriana Trigiani is adored by millions of fans around the world for her adult novels, including the New York Times bestsellers Very Valentine, Lucia, Lucia, The Queen of the Big Time, Rococo and the Big Stone Gap series.

Trigiani's entrée into the teen world centers on fourteen-year-old aspiring filmmaker Viola Chesterton. When Viola's parents leave for Afghanistan to make a documentary, they send her to boarding school in South Bend, Indiana. Homesick for Brooklyn, her BFF Andrew Bozelli, her confidante mystical Caitlin Pullapilly, and cold sesame noodles from her favorite local place, Viola does her best to fit in. With her trusty camera in hand, her three dynamic roommates (Romy, Marisol and Suzanne) by her side, a new crush, and the challenge to write and direct her first movie, the year Viola was dreading becomes one filled with wonder, surprise, heartbreak and joy.

Inspired by the books Adriana discovered as a teen on her county Bookmobile when she was growing up in Virginia, VIOLA IN REEL LIFE touches on the importance of self-discovery, the comfort of friendship and the love of family. Brimming with Trigiani's classic wit and charm, Viola's world is sure to resonate with teens as well as Adriana's devoted adult readers.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Adriana Trigiani is the best selling author of Very Valentine; the Big Stone Gap series; Lucia, Lucia; Rococo; and The Queen of the Big Time. The movie version of Big Stone Gap is now casting Rosanne Cash is composing the score and Whoopi Goldberg, will star as Fleeta Mullins Ms. Trigani's books are published in 36 countries around the world. An award winning playwright and documentary filmmaker, Adriana was a writer/producer for The Cosby Show, A Different World, and was the executive producer and show runner for Jim Henson/ABC's acclaimed CityKids among others. Adriana lives in New York City with her husband and daughter. Visit her at adrianatrigiani.com!