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Andy Mascola

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in Winchester, MA, The United States

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Andy Mascola is primarily known for being a self-published author who writes in a variety of genres, with a focus on fiction, philosophical themes, and introspective storytelling. His works often delve into complex psychological and emotional landscapes, exploring the inner lives of his characters. Andy's writing typically touches on themes such as identity, self-discovery, human relationships, and the complexities of existence.

Some characteristics that define Andy Mascola’s work include:

1. Introspective Narratives: His books often dive deeply into the characters’ inner thoughts and struggles, offering readers a window into their emotional and psychological worlds.

2. Exploration of Human Nature: Andy’s novels frequently reflect on human des ...more

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My 2025 Book Is Out!

Hi friends,

My new novel, How to Saw a Man in Half, is out! Please consider adding it to your Want to Read list: How to Saw a Man in Half.

Thank you,

-Andy

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Published on June 30, 2025 03:51 • Tags: new-book, new-novel

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Average rating: 4.66 · 44 ratings · 25 reviews · 14 distinct works

	Who's Afraid of the Virgin Wolves? 4.36 avg rating — 11 ratings — published 2010 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Kissing Oblivion 4.75 avg rating — 8 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Animal Control it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 5 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Paper Bag Revolver 4.80 avg rating — 5 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Unmagnificent Lives 4.60 avg rating — 5 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Wolfish Girl 4.67 avg rating — 3 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Now We Have Nothing 4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	How to Saw a Man in Half 4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Insatiable Rejects it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Andy Mascola rated a book really liked it Paradais by Fernanda Melchor (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Polo is a poor teen working in a wealthy community who wants to escape his sad life. Franco is Polo’s drinking pal. Franco is sexually obsessed with a woman living in the community. Polo and Franco hatch a dark plan that will fulfill both of their de ...more
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Andy Mascola rated a book liked it The Ghastly One: The Sex-Gore Netherworld of Filmmaker Andy Milligan by Jimmy McDonough	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
The biography of puppeteer, playwright, and schlock sexploitation/horror filmmaker Andy Milligan. Andy was an absolute monster of a person who was wicked to his actors and just about everyone he encountered. Liked it.
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Andy Mascola rated a book it was amazing Drugs are Nice: A Post-Punk Memoir by Lisa Crystal Carver	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Details Lisa’s life as a teen in New Hampshire, meeting GG Allin, starting the band Suckdog with Costes, dating Bill Callahan, creating the zine Rollerderby, and having a baby with Boyd Rice. Lisa is a genius writer. Loved this book.
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Andy Mascola wants to read Blank Space: A Cultural History of the Twenty-First Century by W. David Marx (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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CK thoroughly explores every aspect of the game in the thoughtful and funny way only he can. I didn’t give a shit about football and, after reading this book, I still don’t. Regardless, I love Klosterman, and his writing here, as always, is top notch ...more
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