Josh J Middleton

I am deeply grateful to my parents, both avid readers, who instilled a love of books in my siblings and me. This passion sparked my early interest in writing.

 

For decades, I’ve dedicated myself to education as a teacher, coach, and administrator. Returning to school to earn my doctorate honed my ability to research, write, and defend a dissertation. As I’ve confided in my writing coaches, I feel an overwhelming urge to let the dam break and write the screenplays that have long played in the theater of my mind.

 

"Surrender in Tucson" is my debut screenplay. While it is not my personal story—though I have experienced the loss of a wife to mental illness—it explores themes we all know: love, loss, and the strength to persevere. We don’t navigate these challenges alone; it’s the special people who show up for us that truly make a difference.

 

My writing dives into the gritty, vulnerable, and flawed characters that surround us. My aim is to bring these stories from the theater of my mind to one in your neighborhood.

 

Thanks for visiting!

Josh