Michelle Valentine
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Michelle Valentine is an American writer and author. Valentine has authored three books, including co-authoring a fictional autobiography about Heather Hunter
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Author and novelist Michelle Valentine has been a part of the entertainment industry for the majority of her life in many capacities. She has done jingles, radio, theater, film and television and has now cultivated her love for writing. Beating out hundreds of hopefuls, in the 1990s Valentine was chosen to help revive the 80s–90s pop group The Cover Girls
. Although the group was already in existence prior to her arrival, Michelle not only gave the group new life as the lead vocalist, she also wrote the title track of the CD, entitled 'Here It Is', igniting her passion for writing. Her affinity for the craft not to be subdued, Michelle went on to graduate Cum Laude from Marymount College
, earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts, while minoring in Marketing and Creative Writing. During her undergraduate studies, she wrote and edited stage plays for the college’s drama department, wrote for the campus newspaper, hosted a radio advice show and created music video treatments. As a writer, she has freelanced for several magazines, contributing stories on celebrities such as Beyonce and Snoop Dogg. As a natural progression, Michelle subsequently embarked on a career as a novelist. Her first book, written in 2002, quickly caught the eye of New York Times bestselling author Zane, and was ultimately published by her Strebor imprint through Simon and Schuster. Pushing the meter further, Michelle went on to co-author the Essence best selling fictionalized autobiographical epic entitled Insatiable with adult film star Heather Hunter before St. Martins Press went on to publish her sophomore effort, A Girl’s Gotta Eat. Additionally, she has recently completed her fourth novel, entitled The Year it Snowed in April, which is currently slated for a Fall 2009 release also by St. Martin’s Press. Determined to explore every aspect of the craft, Michelle recently penned her first screenplay and television sitcom project, both of which are currently being considered for production. Taking her career to the next level, Michelle is spreading her wisdom and experience to new authors, recently establishing The Epitome Group, LLC, a boutique literary agency that represents unique authors with a focus on cultivating and preparing writers for the incredible publishing and writing experience. A natural born writer of many genres, Michelle is excited to introduce her unique way with words to readers all over the world. With her gift for creating projects that entertain and enlighten, she remains focused and grounded, spiritual and true to herself. In a world that often tells us what we cannot do, Michelle has proven that the sky is truly the limit.
Valentine graduated from Manhattan's Marymount College
with a degree in Speech, Drama and Communication. She grew
up in New York City
to a single mother involved in the entertainment industry. By age 3 she became a regular on Sesame Street
.
Among her favorite authors are Eric Jerome Dickey
and Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez
. Some of her best movies are Baby Boy
, The Notebook
and Menace II Society
.
In 2007, Valentine founded The Epitome Group, LLC, "a boutique artist booking agency that represents several of today’s hottest artists."
Heather Hunter
Heather Keisha Hunter is a former pornographic actress, who is now a rap artist, painter, and author.-Film and television:...
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Author and novelist Michelle Valentine has been a part of the entertainment industry for the majority of her life in many capacities. She has done jingles, radio, theater, film and television and has now cultivated her love for writing. Beating out hundreds of hopefuls, in the 1990s Valentine was chosen to help revive the 80s–90s pop group The Cover Girls
The Cover Girls
The Cover Girls is a New York City-based freestyle-urban-dance-pop girl group that achieved the majority of its chart success in the late 1980s and early 1990s...
. Although the group was already in existence prior to her arrival, Michelle not only gave the group new life as the lead vocalist, she also wrote the title track of the CD, entitled 'Here It Is', igniting her passion for writing. Her affinity for the craft not to be subdued, Michelle went on to graduate Cum Laude from Marymount College
Marymount College
"Marymount College" may refer to:* Marymount College, a Roman Catholic school located in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia* Marymount College, a Roman Catholic school located in Adelaide, South Australia...
, earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts, while minoring in Marketing and Creative Writing. During her undergraduate studies, she wrote and edited stage plays for the college’s drama department, wrote for the campus newspaper, hosted a radio advice show and created music video treatments. As a writer, she has freelanced for several magazines, contributing stories on celebrities such as Beyonce and Snoop Dogg. As a natural progression, Michelle subsequently embarked on a career as a novelist. Her first book, written in 2002, quickly caught the eye of New York Times bestselling author Zane, and was ultimately published by her Strebor imprint through Simon and Schuster. Pushing the meter further, Michelle went on to co-author the Essence best selling fictionalized autobiographical epic entitled Insatiable with adult film star Heather Hunter before St. Martins Press went on to publish her sophomore effort, A Girl’s Gotta Eat. Additionally, she has recently completed her fourth novel, entitled The Year it Snowed in April, which is currently slated for a Fall 2009 release also by St. Martin’s Press. Determined to explore every aspect of the craft, Michelle recently penned her first screenplay and television sitcom project, both of which are currently being considered for production. Taking her career to the next level, Michelle is spreading her wisdom and experience to new authors, recently establishing The Epitome Group, LLC, a boutique literary agency that represents unique authors with a focus on cultivating and preparing writers for the incredible publishing and writing experience. A natural born writer of many genres, Michelle is excited to introduce her unique way with words to readers all over the world. With her gift for creating projects that entertain and enlighten, she remains focused and grounded, spiritual and true to herself. In a world that often tells us what we cannot do, Michelle has proven that the sky is truly the limit.
Valentine graduated from Manhattan's Marymount College
Marymount Manhattan College
Marymount Manhattan College is an urban, coeducational, independent, private, liberal arts college located in Manhattan, New York City, New York with a focus in performing arts. The mission of the College is to educate a socially and economically diverse student body by fostering intellectual...
with a degree in Speech, Drama and Communication. She grew
up in New York City
New York City
New York is the most populous city in the United States and the center of the New York Metropolitan Area, one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world. New York exerts a significant impact upon global commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and...
to a single mother involved in the entertainment industry. By age 3 she became a regular on Sesame Street
Sesame Street
Sesame Street has undergone significant changes in its history. According to writer Michael Davis, by the mid-1970s the show had become "an American institution". The cast and crew expanded during this time, including the hiring of women in the crew and additional minorities in the cast. The...
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Among her favorite authors are Eric Jerome Dickey
Eric Jerome Dickey
Eric Jerome Dickey is a New York Times best-selling American author best known for his novels about contemporary African-American life...
and Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez
Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez
Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez is an American writer known for her novels in the Chick Lit genre.-Early life:Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her father, Nelson Valdés, is a retired sociology professor at the University of New Mexico, and emigrated from Cuba in the early 1960s...
. Some of her best movies are Baby Boy
Baby Boy (film)
Baby Boy is a 2001 American urban drama film written, produced, and directed by John Singleton. It has been considered a sequel of sorts to Singleton's earlier, more famous work Boyz n the Hood released ten years earlier...
, The Notebook
The Notebook
The Notebook is a 1996 romantic novel by American novelist Nicholas Sparks, based on a true story. The novel was later adapted into a popular romance film by the same name in 2004.-Background:...
and Menace II Society
Menace II Society
Menace II Society is a 1993 urban crime drama and the directorial debut of twin brothers Allen and Albert Hughes. Menace II Society is set in South Central Los Angeles and follows the life of a hoodlum named Caine Lawson and his close friends. The film gained notoriety for its frequent scenes of...
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In 2007, Valentine founded The Epitome Group, LLC, "a boutique artist booking agency that represents several of today’s hottest artists."