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271 | Melissa Rosenberg (Jessica Jones, Dexter): Finding Your Creative Center

By The Screenwriting Life

11:21 AM EST on November 13, 2025

Melissa Rosenberg - creator of JESSICA JONES, head writer of DEXTER, and screenwriter of the TWILIGHT films - joins Lorien to talk about what it takes to stay grounded as a storyteller. From building creative communities to rediscovering her artistic voice after decades in Hollywood, Melissa reflects on the evolving balance between ambition, authenticity, and healing through story.---Looking for more support on your writing journey? Join Meg and Lorien inside ⁠TSL Workshops ⁠- your first 5 days are free.Episode Links: Bennington College's new MFA in Screenwriting Check out the TSL merch shop TSL on Instagram, TikTok, and BlueskyThe Screenwriting Life is produced by Jonathan Hurwitz and edited by Kate Mishkin.Email us at thescreenwritinglife@gmail.com.---Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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