Brown Posey Press Show--Anastasia Marie Cassella, Author of "The Seiners"

The son of an Italian-American fisherman, Johnny Cavelli is destined for greater things past his home, Granite Island, Maine. When his father is injured during a storm on his high school graduation day, Johnny decides to stay and help in the family business. Acquiring a boat, Johnny assembles a crew of colorful Downeast Mainers and puts to sea. In a story of twists and turns, Johnny makes friends, acquires enemies, and his decisions culminate in "The Seiners."

Cherryfield, Maine native Anastasia Marie Cassella brings to life a novel started by her father, which examines the gritty, even cutthroat business of fishing. Written with the flair of Downeast vernacular, "The Seiners" details the work lobster and fishermen face day to day along the coast, battling storms, factory boats, and the uncertainty of whether the catch of the day will get sold. As well, Cassella offers the history of immigrants who brought their skills and experiences to New England as they worked to build better lives for themselves and their families.

Cassella is also the author of poetic and literary works, including "The Rogue Bear and Other Short Stories," and the dark "Letter to My Brother." She lives in Jefferson, Maine.