Adriana Trigiani on 'The View from Lake Como,' Italian Heritage, and Writing Inspiration

Inspiration for 'The View from Lake Como'

• 💡 Adriana Trigiani discusses the inspiration behind her bestseller, "The View from Lake Como," which was chosen as Club Calvi's reader's choice.
• 🎯 The book centers on an Italian-American woman navigating divorce, family expectations, and a second chance at love, resonating with readers across different backgrounds.
• 🇮🇹 The setting of Lake Como, both in New Jersey and Italy, plays a crucial role, with Trigiani drawing from her own family's heritage from the Lombardy region.

The Role of Family and Heritage

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Trigiani emphasizes the profound influence of her large Italian family in Virginia on her storytelling and voice.
• 💬 Growing up, her family provided constant criticism, which she credits with building resilience and making her less affected by external feedback.
• 🍝 Italian food and family traditions are deeply woven into her narrative, reflecting the importance of shared meals and cultural practices.

Writing Process and Philosophy

• ✍️ Trigiani describes her writing process, starting each day with gratitude, coffee, and note-taking, followed by outlining scenes and allowing her subconscious to guide the narrative.
• 🧠 She believes in getting to the **