Mark Tedesco is a writer and educator who divides his time between California and Italy. He lived in Rome for eight years and is passionate about crafting stories that connect the present with the past, exploring universal human desires reflected in relationships, events, culture, and history.

 

Mark has written in various genres, including travel writing, historical fiction, memoirs, self-help, and children's fiction. Some of his notable works are "That Undeniable Longing," "I Am John, I Am Paul," "Lessons and Beliefs," "The Dog on the Acropolis," "Stories from Puglia," and his book about Rome, "She Seduced Me: A Love Affair with Rome." His most recent work, "Onward: A Life on a Sailboat," features adventure stories in which the protagonist learns valuable life lessons in each locale he visits.

 

In addition to writing, Mark is a dedicated educator who enjoys sharing his passion for history, literature, and the unique stories of individuals with his students. Recently retired, he loves to travel, and Rome holds a special place in his heart, as he believes countless untold stories are waiting to be discovered there.