by Denise Byrd | Mar 2, 2017 | Inspiration, Literature
IN HONOR OF THE RELEASE OF FENCES-I’M REPOSTING THIS When I was starting out most writing mentors advised: ‘Write about what you know.’ I echoed the same when I was teaching short screenplay writing. In contrast-in my ad writing, I daily conjure up...
by Denise | Jun 6, 2016 | Advertising, Inspiration, Uncategorized
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by Denise Byrd | Apr 18, 2014 | Advertising, Commentary, Inspiration
Consumer backlash can often shut down an advertising effort, whether it’s worthy or not. This time the negative comments were countered with an even more impactful, media-grabbing response. Click here to view.
by Denise Byrd | Nov 14, 2013 | Inspiration, Uncategorized
When I want to seriously produce some pages, I go to Outpost Cafe. It’s in Bed-Sty, Brooklyn. The tastefully landscaped garden inspires. The coffee is strong. The wi-fi is reliable (limited to two hours) and the food is pretty good. The outdoor space is a haven...
by Denise Byrd | Apr 28, 2013 | Commentary, Inspiration, Screenwriting
I was away during Hurricane Sandy, stranded in Miami at a marketing conference. Sounds like a sweet deal but, as a Brooklynite, I was so worried about my peeps back home I didn’t quite relax by the pool. I was glued to the screens, scavenging for images on...