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Portia A. Cosby is a screenwriter, producer, and novelist known for telling bold, emotionally grounded stories about women, relationships, and reinvention. Her work—sharp, relatable, and layered with wit—has earned recognition on Terry McMillan’s Writers Worth Reading list.
As the founder of DISTINCT Publishing, she has released multiple novels, including the acclaimed It’s Complicated, building a brand rooted in authentic, character-driven storytelling. She later expanded into film and television with Phyll-Good Entertainment, where she develops and produces original scripted content.
She is also the co-host of TF?, a podcast exploring candid conversations around life, relationships, and personal growth—further extending the voice that defines her work across mediums.
Her award-winning short film On Deaf Ears (2022) underscores her commitment to stories that matter—spotlighting real experiences within the special-needs community.
A valedictorian graduate of Full Sail University and an alum of Indiana University, Portia is based in metro Atlanta and is currently developing projects including The Disgruntled Wives Club and the half-hour dramedy 40-Sum’n.