Joe EspositoRaised in Williamsburg, Brooklyn long before its revival, Joe Esposito's love of storytelling began with borrowed books and bad poetry. Now a Florida-based author, his debut novel The Painted Sand was born from years of life experience, loss, and refection-particularly during the pandemic. A 911 Dispatcher, Joe writes with deep empathy, blending real-world grit with timeless wonder. He lives with his wife, daughter, and a small zoo of pets, working on his next novel and never far from his kitchen or keyboard. Read More Read Less