Barbara Ross is a writer residing in the heart of Movies & Television - Los Angeles, CA. Nominated for numerous awards, most recently awarded Best Writer from the Austin Film Festival Under the Stars and notably, First Place Award from The International Writers Seminar led by Acclaimed International Playwright, Novelist & Director Donald Freed for the screenplay titled Ms. Millennial, a political thriller where a young woman learns to fight for her rights. Besides Donald Freed, Barbara has been tutored by acclaimed mentor Pilar Alessandra. Barbara received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology while concentrating on Writing Action Thrillers with a touch of magic. Barbara attended the UCLA Writers Extension Program to hone her craft, wrote her first play in fourth grade, contributed to her high school newspaper, and created an entertainment magazine to educate and promote young actors.Recently, Barbara wrote a TV show starring Marietta Melrose—a delightful web short called #WhatNext. Generating quite a buzz, #WhatNext screened at the Austin Film Festival, Under the Stars, and La Femme Film Festivals. #WhatNext was nominated for awards in three categories, taking home the People's Choice Award and Best Writer Award.Barbara continues to work on a fascinating high-concept espionage novel and a feature that will take you out of your realm of reality. Barbara feels it is helpful for writers to be able to write in several different formats and genres. Barbara’s secrets of success are hard work & passion for the story.