By Cindy Leigh Success in creative industries rarely follows a straight line. More often, it’s shaped by risk, resilience, and a willingness to keep showing up long after the easy paths disappear. For many women working in film and television, the journey is not just about mastering craft—it’s about carving out space in an industry... The post Film Producer Mariya Miloshevych Draws From Her Immigrant Journey To Become A Dedicated Storyteller appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Debut author Lena Fein was raised in madness by a violent and controlling mother, obsessed with household cleanliness and the beauty of her porcelain dolls. To survive, Lena perfected the art of dissociation, racing through school with straight A’s, becoming a top producer at a high-tech company, and clicking through two marriages without ever slowing down... The post New Memoir “Shattering The Mirror” A Testament That Healing Is Possible At Any Age appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

In February 2026, Screen Door Press, an imprint of the University Press of Kentucky, will publish the linked short story collection ‘But Where’s Home’ by Toni Ann Johnson. Winner of the 2024 Screen Door Press Fiction Prize, the book follows Johnson’s previous collection, ‘Light Skin Gone to Waste’, a 2023 NAACP Image Award nominee for... The post NAACP-Nominated Author Lays Bare The Realities Of Black Life In America In New Novel “But Where’s Home?” appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

It was described as a “wonderfully, warm-hearted romance” by RogerEbert.com, and it’s not hard to see why audiences and critics alike loved the 2025 film ‘A Nice Indian Boy’, starring Karan Soni, Jonathan Groff and comedian Zarna Garg. It’s a reminder to the industry at large that stories that don’t necessarily follow typical romance formulas,... The post ‘A Nice Indian Boy’ Producer Amanda Verhagen On Bringing Intentional, Inclusive Leadership To Every Set appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

In June 2023, you likely saw the news of a heated protest taking place outside a school board meeting in Glendale, California. It drew national attention on the heels of a conservative movement seeking to take over school boards under the guise of “protecting children” by banning books and vilifying the LGBTQ+ community. What made... The post New Film Spotlights The Suburban Moms In California Defending Schools From Right Wing Agitators appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

When fashion designer and content creator Tamy Idrobo was growing up in Cali, Colombia, she was inspired by the style of her grandmother and found used clothing to make her own creations. This also began her deep passion for upcycled fashion. After later moving to the U.S., her first job was far from the fashion... The post Rising Latina Fashion Designer Gives Back To Her Community By Mentoring Next Gen. Creatives appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Social media keeps us connected. It allows us to video call with family halfway around the world and share photos with long-distance friends. It can be funny, informative, and educational – but it can also be dangerous.  In particular, social media platforms have been linked to a decline in self-worth amongst adolescents and an increase... The post Body Image and Self-Worth in the Social Media Era appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

By Chloe Powell The conversation around periods and menstrual health has become more positive these days, but premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is still widely misunderstood. Sadly, the misunderstanding has influenced pop culture jokes, how we talk about our bodies and how seriously premenstrual health is taken overall. Let’s clear up some myths about PMS and talk... The post The PMS Myths We Need To Stop Believing (And The Truths We Should Embrace!) appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

How Brands Generate Millions Through Partner-Driven Revenue Models Building a community around products has become the most reliable way to grow a business. Companies now generate substantial revenue by connecting with people who already love what they sell. Partner-driven revenue models have changed how commerce works online. The challenge? Most brands don’t know how to... The post Affiliate Influencer Marketing Agency Strategies That Work: Vivian Agency’s Proven Methods for Building Revenue Communities appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Why People Who Report Corporate Fraud Don’t Always Lose Their Jobs Employees who expose financial crimes face real risks at work every day. But SEC whistleblower protections exist to shield people from employer retaliation after reporting wrongdoing. Understanding what the law covers helps people make informed decisions about coming forward. The Securities and Exchange Commission... The post SEC Whistleblower Protections: How Federal Laws Shield People Who Report Corporate Fraud appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

[Trigger Warning: mention of sexual violence, femicide and abuse. Please take care while reading.] What happens to kidnapped girls after they return home? Many of us remember the news story of the Chibok elementary school girls in Nigeria being kidnapped by terrorist organization Boko Haram in 2014. For months the world rallied to amplify the... The post Powerful Novel About The Resilience Of Kidnapped Somalian Girls, Inspired By True Events appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Gaming has been seen as a male hobby for decades, and World of Warcraft, despite its massive and diverse player base, is no exception to that mindset. Times are changing, however. Today, women make up more than 35% of WoW’s player base, and that number keeps growing. Female players are no longer quietly sitting on... The post How Does It Feel for Girls to Play World of Warcraft? appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.