Untold Stories from New Jersey

New Jersey is an amazing place!

We’re a small state, yet, we’re rich in natural beauty, architecture, history, culture, cuisine, and the Garden State also has pristine beaches, rolling hills, and abundant state parks, and so much more. New Jersey is a great place to live and a great place to visit. But, many of its stories remain untold.

What started as a project recalling my own adventures through the state, now unfolds onto the pages of this book; Untold Stories from New Jersey.

We have over 550 municipalities, each with its own history, uniqueness and compelling stories. Some stories are grand and important, others may seem trivial, but are memorable, and some are everyday stories that will resonate with all readers.

Untold Stories from New Jersey is written and formatted so that each town tells its story and is accompanied by an iconic picture that shows us the town’s beauty and uniqueness. It’s also a personal and pictorial journey through the Garden State. But, it’s not just about New Jersey. It’s about your hometown or home state, and why you love it, too.

Enjoy your journey through New Jersey. It’s a beautiful, amazing and vastly interesting place.

What People are Saying About Untold Stories from New Jersey

“Untold Stories from New Jersey is a must-read whether you live in the Garden State or just want to learn very interesting facts about us” – Jon Bramnick, “Funniest Lawyer in New Jersey,” author of “Why Don’t People Like You,” and native New Jerseyan

“Emilio’s visual storytelling captures the untold stories, nostalgia, and character of unique New Jersey cities and towns. Emilio invites readers on this pictorial journey to "view differently" and experience the real New Jersey from the perspective of a Jerseyan.  – Robert Hoff, Advertising Executive and Creative Director

The author and I are both proud New Jerseyans .... so, when he sets out to cover some of the treasures of our great state, and you add in his keen insights and storytelling abilities and enthusiasm ... you have a must-read coming from him. Emilio is a NJ treasure and it is great to see him ‘doing his thing,’ writing and storytelling."  – Stephen E. Gerard, Entrepreneur and Author of “Stuck in the Middle Seat”