James Borto has made the Chicago area his home most of his life. He attended NEIU to play football and pursue acting, where he was awarded a theater scholarship. While there, he took a great interest in writing and filmmaking, even transferring to Columbia College briefly to pursue those goals. He attended writing workshops at various academies, including Second City.
James worked in advertising as a copywriter for Scott Ross Limited, where he worked on campaigns for Dad's Rootbeer (Monarch Beverages) and Willy Wonka Candies. At the same time, he worked feverishly on a myriad of writing projects, including short stories, poetry and a deluge of screenplays. His work in advertising has been witnessed globally.
Perceived as a misanthrope by most of his co-workers, Emmett Welsh, a 69-year-old widower, develops a friendship with the one co-worker he does tolerate; Audrey, a twenty-two-year-old aspiring artist. After a string of misfortunes, including a break-up with her longtime boyfriend, Emmett offers a pregnant Audrey a place to stay. Despite her initial apprehensions, Audrey eventually accepts the kind offer.
As their friendship develops, the kindred spirits discover a great deal about one another. Among the treasure trove of information passed on by Emmett, Audrey comes to discover Emmett was a novelist back in the day, with noteworthy accolades. Tragically, his literary career was cut short following the sudden death of his wife and son.
Título : Fruition
EAN : 9798215982860
Editorial : James Borto
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