THE ROCKAWAY CHRONICLES
Author: Jackie Balestra Category: Nonfiction - Memoir Publisher: KP Publishing Company ISBN: 978-1-960001-63-4|978-1-960001-64-1 Language: English Tags: Paperback: $19.95|eBook: $9.99 |
The Rockaway Chronicles is a memoir capturing summers on the Rockaway peninsula from the 1950s to the 2010s. The author reflects on carefree youth, parental sacrifices, and Rockaway Beach’s transformation amidst urban challenges. Through vivid storytelling, this memoir highlights the community’s resilience and enduring spirit, weaving together family lore and shared memories. A heartfelt tribute, it offers insights into family bonds, community, and the passage of time.
About the Author
Jackie Balestra is an island girl and beach baby. Growing up on the island of Manhattan and spending her summers in Rockaway Beach, life took place at the water’s edge. On a whim, Balestra switched coasts and landed in the South Bay of Los Angeles, where she rediscovered that life really is a beach.
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