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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

When you don't know if kissing him or pushing him under something going really fast... 🫣🤭

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

How Do You Fix a Broken Pumpkin?

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Check out my coming-of-age novel. 🥹

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

"How Do You Fix a Broken Pumpkin?" First review. 🥰

Netflix, take notes - this could be your next addictive series.

Going into How Do You Fix a Broken Pumpkin?, I had certain expectations based on Luana Giunta’s other works.
I was ready for lots of food (because that’s kind of her signature, I hope she knows), and while there was less of that than I hoped, I won’t complain - there was still plenty of ice cream and cookies, which definitely counts as a win.
What really stood out instead was how emotionally handled the story feels. You can sense that the author cherished this one - there’s a lot of care, feeling, and intention behind it. It’s not just written, it’s felt.

Now, Lexie… she’s 16, technically stepping into adulthood - but honestly, she can feel like such a baby at times. It’s a bit of a “come on, really?” situation 🙈 Her naivety and childish behavior can be frustrating, even irritating. But weirdly, that’s also part of the book’s charm. It pulls you in. You keep reading because you’re reacting - “no way… what next… oh wow… seriously??” - and before you know it, you’re hooked… and not only because you like pumpkins.
The author definitely knows how to keep your attention.

Another thing I really loved was the atmosphere. There’s this strong Italian vibe - rich, expressive, almost cinematic. The language, the emotions, the way characters carry themselves - it all adds this layer of charm. I could clearly picture everything in my head like scenes from a series. Honestly, it felt like watching a Netflix adaptation play out while reading. Oh my, that emotional Italian speech.

Overall, it’s not a flawless read, and the main character might test your patience. But it’s emotional, vivid, and strangely addictive in the best way.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Your next #KindleUnlimited read? 👀 mybook.to/BrokenPumpkin

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Happy birthday to my novel. 2 years already. 🥰

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

In The Same Boat A novella ❤️

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Another week before this baby is out in the world. Almost six years writing, editing, polishing... and it's finally gonna be real. 😭🥹 Very different from my other books (sorry romance lovers 😅), it's a coming of age dramedy with a family saga vibe. Stay tuned. 👀

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Another round of editing completed. 🥰🥰🥰

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

A day when I buy pens is a happy day. 🥹

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

I made another mood board. 😁 #romcom 🥹❤️

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

I'm so grateful for reviews. Readers are amazing. 🥹 #WallOfFame 🥰

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Gotta start this proofreading. The bookmark is ready. 😆

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

The first book I wrote. It took me a few months to finish drafting it and 6 years to get it ready to publish. I had a little cry when I looked inside. 🥹

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

It's been a while... How's everything under this blue sky? 😋 I have been procrastinating a lot but also made some progress. I finally ordered my new novel proof copy, moved a new avocado baby to a pot, and made a new mood board. 😁

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

New Christmas decorations. 🥰

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

I don't know if I hate more editing or formatting, but they're both important, so I'll suck it up. 😅 🥹🥹🥹 #indieauthor

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Scary (🫚🍞) man 😁 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ S C A R Y M A N Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Fairy house 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ F A I R Y H O U S E Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Keep out 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ K E E P O U T Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

Halloween decoration that says keep out. Blood stains and blood handprints.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Lost treasure 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ L O S T T R E A S U R E Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

Mini golf shipwreck decoration with treasure trunk.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Unbreakable love 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ U N B R E A K A B L E L O V E Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

I looked at your website, and X wasn't listed. After I replied that way, they blocked me.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

(...) Ducks in a row. 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ D U C K S I N A R O W Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

Arcade game coin pusher with rubber ducks as winning price.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Starting point. 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ S T A R T I N G P O I N T Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

Me holding an avocado seed with a 4/5 cm root.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Sad life 😭 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ S A D L I F E Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

"Stay gold." 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ S T A Y G O L D Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

Crystal clear 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ C R Y S T A L C L E A R Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Latest review for my novella. ❤️❤️❤️🥹 Makes me happy and excited about the spin-off/sequel. 🫣🫣🫣🥰

Surprising, but in a good way ;)
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 8, 2025
Luana very kindly gifted me her book which was very nice of her. Now I’m no writer so my review won’t be as elegant as her writing is as just a forewarning 🫣 I loved the story, the characters were portrayed as actually nice and relatable humans, no need for any ‘aggressive’ personalities like other romance books seem to have these days (even though the grandfather wasn’t exactly a nice person but that’s different as it’s not the main character.) In the same boat is just a nice light easy summer read, perfect for the beach. I personally found the story to be a little predictable, but it wasn’t anything that I would deduct stars from a review for as like I said it’s a pleasurable book to read. My only gripe with it, was there was a little bit of translating to do.

When you don’t have the most dextrose of hands on a kindle this can be a little tricky to do as you end up highlighting everything rather than translating it 🤣. It would have been nice if in brackets or at the bottom of the page it would have put the translation for me, but that’s just a personal gripe and again nothing I would remove a star from. The story was genuinely funny, I’m not going to give away spoilers as that would ruin it for other readers but it’s very easy to get engrossed in the story of Kayleen and Bentley and how you can feel the emotion from them pouring off the pages the further you get into the story. I was happy with the ending, I just wish the story had been a little longer but that’s the joy of a novella, it’s designed to be a short read. So to sum it all up, if you need a light easy read for the beach this summer, then give in the same boat a try. I promise you won’t be disappointed!

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Blast of colours 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ B L A S T O F C O L O U R S Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

Pot with different flowers. Purple, red, pink, and white.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

First time I get a sc4mmer here. 🤦🏼 @/Heavens-night-84.bsky.social Stay safe!

Scammer sent a message saying they mistakenly reported me after someone tried to scam them in a game tournament. I replied, saying nice try. They immediately blocked me.

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Defying gravity 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ D E F Y I N G G R A V I T Y Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Good luck 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ G O O D L U C K Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Every animal 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ E V E R Y A N I M A L Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

Kinder surprise animals
1 sea turtle
2 rabbits
1 lioness
2 penguins
1 squirrel
1 ostrich
2 deers
2 meerkats
1 polar bear
2 hippos
2 elephants

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Luana Giunta @luanagiunta.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

Out with friends 📸 #prompt If you like, take part in: Sunday #acrostic challenge 😏 ⬇️ O U T W I T H F R I E N D S Or just be inspired to write some: #poetry #flashfiction #snippet #LuaViEr

Cheeseburger and chips. I cut out a section to show the inside: bacon, cheese, salad, tomato, and sauce.

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