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SHOW

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The Writer's Haven Show, hosted by author and filmmaker V. Helena, showcases the work of nationally and internationally known authors, filmmakers, playwrights, and songwriters. It is a place where artists speak of their passion, process, and projects to inspire others with the same endeavor. It is a televised forum of ideas and creativity. Click on an icon below to STREAM and SUBSCRIBE to our show. SCROLL DOWN TO "THE MEDIA" FOR A LISTING OF BROADCAST CHANNELS AND SHOW TIMES.

The Format

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FORMAT

The format of the show includes one-on-one interviews with the artist, panel discussions with industry insiders, and breaking industry news. Since its inception in 2017, the show has steadily increased its audience and is currently broadcast on 23 channels and streamed on 9 podcast platforms to over 2.5 million viewers and listeners.

The Writer's Haven Show with V. Helena celebrates the artistry of literature, song, moving pictures, and the stage. We've recently expanded our production reach to allow virtual interviews across the globe, making it easier to share insights between our guests and viewers. Click here if you would like to be a guest on our show and join the community of talented artists and inspired followers.

THE

HOST

“We all have wings to fly, we just have to

fall out of the nest to discover them.”

– V. Helena

V. Helena is the executive producer and host of the Writer's Haven Show. An accomplished author, podcaster, television and film producer, V. Helena has

been writing creatively for over 30 years and has secured degrees in the areas of radio, television and film production, business administration, and law.

She’s written and produced a number of feature-length films

(When I’m Ready), music videos (George Howard’s, Let’s Unwind),

theatre plays (The Mountaintop Experience) and in 2010,

established Phoenix Rizen Entertainment, an entertainment

conglomerate for book publishing and film/video production.

V is the author of two books of poetry and short stories (His Love Is

Freedom, His Love Is Complete) and will release her debut novel,

The Women of Woodmost, in 2021. She's also working on a

three-part suspense thriller series all set in her hometown of Washington,

D.C.

In 2020, V launched #LiterallySpeaking, a podcast featuring influencers

and thought leaders in discussion on topics from politics, to swingers,

to mental health, to climate change, to furry fathom. If people are

talking about it, they're talking about it. Catch the show on iTunes,

Spotify and iHeartRadio.

Visit V on the web at www.vhelena.com for more information and follow

her socially on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

The Host

The Production

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PRODUCTION

A Message for Authors & Filmmakers: If you are a published author, songwriter, playwright or filmmaker and would

like to appear on the Writer's Haven Show, email us at

prod-assistant@writershavenshow.com or complete the contact form below to receive more information. Please allow one to two business days for a response.

ABOVE AND BELOW THE LINE

A Message for Students of Film & Video Production, Public Relations, Creative Writing or Communications: If you are currently enrolled in a Film/Video Production, Broadcast Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or Creative Writing program at an accredited college or university and would like to learn more about our volunteer production assistant internship program, email us at prod-assistant@writershavenshow.com

for more information.

We are primarily accepting applications from students in the Washington Metropolitan area (MD-DC-VA).

Applications for Fall internships must be received by July 1; Spring internship applications are due on November 1, and Summer internship applications are due on March 1.

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ENDORSEMENTS

What Artists are Saying

The Endoresements

One of the biggest challenges of an independent artists is lack of access to resources, finances, and influencers who enhance your visibility. V Helena has created a platform that serves as a collective voice to raise awareness about who we are as artists and the stories we’re born to tell. Honored to have been a guest on the first season of such a well curated program, which resonates, vibrates and uplifts our community.

Monda Webb — Filmmaker, Zoo Volkerschau

You are wonderful! Wishing you more success in the coming year!

Lauren Francis-Sharma — Author, ‘Til The Well Runs Dry, Book of the Little Axe

Congrats [on Season 1]! Let me know when we can continue the discussion!

Marcus Johnson — Award-Winning Musician & Author, For The Love Of

V. Helena is a wonderful cheerleader for writers! Her show The Writers Haven provides a forum for writers to discuss their work and reach their audiences. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the show and the conversation with V. Thanks for all you do for the writing community.

Marita Golden — Bestselling Author, Wide Circumference of Love

V interviewed me for the show and I really enjoyed talking with her. She's knowledgeable and passionate about books and authors and it shows. Her questions were on point and she made me feel very comfortable. It felt like two friends chatting about books and writing!

Connie Briscoe — Bestselling Author, Sisters and Lovers, P. G. County

Fun interview with V. Helena on all kinds of things!

Tina McElroy Ansa — Bestselling Author, The Hand I Fan With

Thank you for the in-depth interview you conducted with me the other day. Seldom does anyone just unleash me like this. Your questions were probing and inspiring!

Octavio Solis — International Award Winning Playwright & Author, Mother Road, Retablos

It was fabulous to have the chance to really talk about my work and my passion for writing.

Sandra Manigault — Author, Vanessa: A Love Story

EXTRAORDINARY. Best interview in my whole life! It was seamless!

Victor McGlothin — Author & Filmmaker, Backsliders