Alba Donati

Alba Donati is an Italian writer and bookseller known for her intimate connection to her hometown of Lucignana in the Garfagnana region. In 2019, she returned to her roots, leaving Florence to open a small, thoughtfully curated bookstore called 'Sopra la Penna' with the aim of fostering a literary community and nurturing the next generation of readers. Her work emphasizes the importance of following one's inner voice and pursuing genuine happiness, often reflecting on the experiences of childhood and the joy of storytelling.