Discover Diverse Writers
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Jessica B. Smith
I kind of stumbled into filmmaking. I’ve always loved acting and was doing a lot of acting with my local theater. I overheard some theater friends talking about film acting gigs that they’d been a part of, and I asked them, “How do I get my foot in the door with the film world?” They suggested going the “background extra” route, which I did. I landed my first film gig (without an agent) as a parolee extra on TNT’s “Good Behavior,” which was filmed at Screen Gem Studio in Wilmington, NC. As soon as I had that experience, I knew this was something I wanted to continue being a part of. I’ve been a writer all my life, but I started off writing novels, which I have 2 published on Amazon, both urban romance novels (Confessions of a Diva and This Time is Forever).
I was working on my 3rd novel, “Elle Rose,” but got stuck writing it for three years. Then, one night, I had an idea to turn the book into a movie, which I did, and in 2 weeks, the movie had written itself. I let a few film friends read it, and they loved it. They told me I should produce it myself, and because I already had a network built through my film gigs, I reached out to people I knew, asking for help and guidance, and the next thing I knew, I had produced my movie, and I was headed to the theaters to watch my romantic-comedy movie premiere. It was an amazing experience. And after writing the Elle Rose movie, I still kept hearing more of the characters’ stories in my head, so I started writing again and ended up with a whole series. I decided to produce the series as well, and here I am now, just days away from the series premiering on Amazon Prime. It’s really just an amazing journey, from beginning to end.
History
Elle Rose
{Episode} Cuddles: Love can be complicated. Noah quickly realizes this as he plans the perfect proposal dinner for girlfriend Shecre. Roland realizes this as he and wife Tiffany iron out a few marital kinks. And Dr. Don's assistant realizes it as she falls more and more for her boss. Meanwhile, Elle Rose and Carter are on Cloud 9, enjoying this moment in their marriage.
Year: 2021
Type: TV Series
Elle Rose
{Episode} The Text: Carter gets a text at work that throws off his "boss" game, and Shecre finds an engagement ring that throws her whole world into question. Meanwhile, the assassin Ben gladly mixes business with pleasure even as the detectives close in on him.
Year: 2021
Type: TV Series
Elle Rose
{Episode} Respect Her Queendom: Elle Rose finally returns to work and wastes no time in putting Peri in her place. Dr. Coley is frustrated that what he's doing in the medical field isn't enough. Meanwhile, one determined detective is focused on proving that there's more to the doctors' deaths than what meets the eye.
Year: 2021
Type: TV Series
Elle Rose
{Episode} Issues: Elle Rose and Carter are newlyweds navigating the challenging waters of marriage, parenthood, and work. Already, they're hitting some stumbling blocks. Carter wants Elle Rose to stay on maternity leave, but Elle Rose has other plans. Back at the office, Carter works in the midst of temptation but he's determined not to resort to old ways.
Year: 2021
Type: TV Series
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Sheila Nortley
Sheila is an award-winning filmmaker. She is currently developing her feature script BIRDSONG with BBC Films/BFI, story consulting on ‘A TOWN CALLED MALICE’ for SKY and Vertigo Films and developing original pilots with Sky Studios, Fully Focused and Home Team.
Sheila has written, produced and directed several internationally renowned projects including ZION, VICTIM and the feature film DAVID IS DYING. Sheila founded Kingdom Drama School in 2011, now run by Ashley Walters.
In 2014 her film LIMBO was shot in Norfolk, Virginia and selected at various international festivals included Cannes Pan-African Film Festival. Following her invitation to 10 Downing Street to meet the Prime Minister, 2018 saw her become an Associate Fellow of the Royal Commonwealth Society for her determination in committing to the Society’s mission of promoting the values of the Commonwealth. She ended the year in Writer’s Rooms for an exciting new Netflix comedy and a Channel 4 drama.
In 2020 she directed the short films I AM MARY and JOY. She also wrote the short film SOMETIMES I FEEL, which was selected for the Oscar qualifying PAFF festival in LA 2020.
History
Limbo
{In Production}.
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Type: Short
The Mels
A coming of age sci-fi dramedy following the self-discovery journeys of three divergent black girls who expected a normal first day at a performing arts conservatory, but find themselves lured away to an underground narnia of sisterhood.
Year: 2021
Type: TV Series
Breathe
Breathe gives audiences insight into the healing, grieving, love, and mental health of black people during COVID in the UK. Told through the eyes of six Black British people at one moment in time this interconnected film of three stories gives us an intimate look into the lives and relationships of those emerging from lockdown.
Year: 2021
Type: TV Movie
Sacred Knowledge
Short documentary.
Year: 2020
Type: Short
Sometimes I Feel
When Shereen, a talented artist meets the charming American lawyer Micheal she has no idea she is about to discover how thin the line between love and hate is. Sometimes I Feel Like is a beautiful character-driven short film exploring the dichotomies that exist between the past and the present in their relationship.
Year: 2020
Type: Short
The Strangers
Post World War III. England has become a country in which propaganda generates national fear and discord fuels political agendas. In this dark dystopia, one man's dreams lead him to a national secret that can change the history of the United Kingdom forever.
Year: 2019
Type: Movie
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35
Gender
Male
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UK
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UK
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Tony Meade
I'm a writer, publisher & owner of my independent company Inspire Books.
As an author of books for adults and children, I have created a number of stories that can be adapted to film, regardless of any intended demographic. My next step is working within film, helping bring stories to life or adding 'reality' to existing scripts, where and if needed.
History
Crossing Paths
Two guy’s paths crossed when they were arrested for crimes they had never committed. One got two years, the other got life with a minimum of 25 years. Whilst serving their sentences, they became best friends and the one serving a life sentence prevents his friend from being beaten up and raped by other inmates.
Year: 2020
Type: Book
My Meddlin Uncle
Curtis is a young boy trying to please his father and school by doing the very things he really hates "Sports" Coming from the family of the world's best sporting super stars everyone wants Curtis to succeed in sports. One day Curtis packs his suitcase with intentions of running away while his family sleeps in the middle of the night. He opens his front door only to be faced with his uncle who wants to help him succeed. The only problem is Curtis uncle is a ghost.
Year: 2016
Type: Book
Magic clock vol.1
The first installment of Tony Meade's Magic Clock series, where Summah first discovers the mysterious pink clock.
Year: 2014
Type: Book
Magic Clock vol.2
The second installment of Tony Meade's Magic Clock series, where Summah goes on an adventure with the mysterious pink clock.
Year: 2012
Type: Book
Tales from Figglesbury Farm
For Farmer Bill, life in Figglesbury Farm had always been quiet, peaceful... bland - just how he had come to like it. However, the years of solitude and vegetable - based companionship has left our bushy - faced friend twiddling his green thumbs in anticipation.
Year: 2010
Type: Book
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Crossing Paths - Two guy’s paths crossed when they were arrested for crimes they had never committed. One got two years, the other got life with a minimum of 25 years. Whilst serving their sentences, they became best friends and the one serving a life sentence prevents his friend from being beaten up and raped by other inmates. His best friend feels indebted to him and promises to get him out of prison. The lifer is not ready to build his dreams of freedom, promised by a dumb kid with no education. This book not only inspires you to study and aim high, but it also shows that miracles do happen when you believe in yourself. “So start believing in yourself”.
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Type: Short
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