(Work in Progress) A Supernova is Born -- Bio

What can you say about Marlena Martin, Founder & CEO of Supernova Films. She's more than a person, more than a Supernova -- she's her own Universe!

Born in East, St. Louis, Il. She's been living in Killeen, Texas for the past 8 years. Before moving to Texas, Marlena traveled extensively abroad. She's served in both the US ARMY and ARMY RESERVES.

"Contary to popular belief -- I love being in third world countries, you have to honor and respect people of different cultures... take nothing for granted."

Returning to the US in 2000, Marlena focused on her writing. In 2002, her first published book, "Poems for Surviving: Breakup, Abuse & Divorce" received critical acclaim and continues to sell well, despite the fact that she hasn't done book or press tours.

In 2003, her first screenplay, "Sister Ella" received top honors from Academy Award winning actor, Kevin Spacey's (American Beauty, Pay it Forward) Triggerstreet. Marlena was the first African American Female/Screenwriter to reach the top ten & voted best original screenplay. As a result, Marlena gained representation with Marcello Robinson of 777 Entertainment.

In 2004, her Documentary: "Driven in 2004" was an official selection in the 2004 Women of Color Film Festival New York, alongside actress Lisa Gaye Hamilton of The Practice (Beah, A Black Woman Speaks) & Vanessa Williams of Showtimes Soulfood (Allergic to Nuts).

Besides being an filmaker, director & screenwriter; she currently writes a column for Blackflix.com entitled: "Driven in 2007". She's also Spotlight Editor for Radio DJ and Personality Erykah James of Dallas . Marlena is also contributing writer for Insider Paris Guides. An Insiders Guide to Traveling and Discovering Paris & Europe.

She's also a student in UCLA 's Writers Development and attends Temple College in Central TX. She's also a proud & honored member of the Texas Branch of the NAACP.

Marlena's Podcast, "The Story Cellar" debuted on Apple's Itunes. With film projects in development and opportunities on the horizon, expect to hear more from Marlena Martin and Supernova Films!