Bev Gandara
Avivar Press, LLC at Avivar Press, LLC
Screenwriter and Author
March 2012
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About Bev
Beverly Gandara, an award-winning author and screenwriter, crafts stories that resonate with heart and humanity, providing a voice to those who might otherwise go unheard. Through her compelling novels and screenplays, she brings to life the intricate tapestry of human emotions and experiences, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of everyday people.
In her diverse body of work, Beverly explores various themes and genres. The latest (released in October 2023) "When Did You Know and Who Did You Tell?" delves into the lives of 25 LGBTQAI+ role models, offering a poignant look at their journeys to authenticity against societal prejudices. Her book, "Women, Work, and Triumph," presents interviews with 26 diverse women from 5 countries in different professions, sharing their unique stories of overcoming obstacles in pursuit of acceptance and respect. Gandara's foray into the suspense and thriller genre is evident in "Soaring in Silence," where a handicapped woman, armed only with her own resourcefulness and the wonders of the Internet, battles against the stalking by a dangerous retiree with a hidden criminal past. This novel showcases Beverly's ability to weave suspenseful narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats. "Concrete Wings," a historical fiction and coming-of-age story, takes readers on a journey from Cuba to New York City at the height of the sexual revolution. This novel, inspired by her husband Armando's experiences, has been recognized with multiple awards and has a screenplay attached, exemplifying Beverly's versatility in storytelling across mediums.
Her screenplays, such as "Rent Money," a comedy set in 1965 Manhattan, and "While I Wait," a drama based on true events during the AIDS crisis in the 1980s, further illustrate her wide-ranging talent. These works, along with others like "Misinformed Heart" and "Unprotected Witness," highlight her skill in creating engaging, thought-provoking narratives that resonate with audiences.
Gandara's dedication to her craft is evident in the numerous accolades her works have received, including Five Star Readers' Favorite awards and recognition in various film festivals and competitions.
Beverly Gandara's unique value proposition lies in her ability to tell stories that are not just read or watched but felt deeply. Her works offer a platform for silent voices to be heard, blending the rough edges of reality with the elegance, charm, and warmth that only a skilled storyteller like her can provide. Her books and screenplays are not just narratives; they are windows into the souls of her characters, inviting readers and viewers to experience the world through their eyes.
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CONCRETE WINGS, a Latin/Hispanic-themed script winner of several awards. Family ⋄ Historical A drama inspired by a true story. A naive teen sent out of Cuba on the eve of the Bay of Pigs to retrieve smuggled family jewels comes of age in New York at the height of the sexual revolution and earns his political and economic freedom. By a twist of fate, he begins to lose his freedom when his oppressive parents arrive and refuse to assimilate into American society.
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RENT MONEY-Golden Palm Award for Best Screenplay, 2012 International Beverly Hills Film Festival. Comedy ⋄ Drama Comedy: While working in the Radio & TV Barter Business, a self-sufficient virgin bookkeeper, aroused by a handsome neighbor, is stymied by society’s changing rules as the sexual revolution engulfs Manhattan in 1965.
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UNPROTECTED WITNESS, co-written with Jack Knight Drama ⋄ Thriller In 1994, moving to Arizona from NY for health reasons, a young wife is subjected to relentless sexual advances by a dangerous retiree with a hidden criminal past. In a battle for survival, by her own resourcefulness and the wonders of the Internet, she derails an impending attack, positions the bully to meet his destiny and triumphs in secret.
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MISINFORMED HEART Drama Drama: A prescription addicted environmentalist on the brink of success and marriage is wrongly accused of murder as she struggles to overcome an incestuous past.
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WHILE I WAIT Drama Drama inspired by a true story: As the AIDS Virus spread in the 1980’s, New Yorkers were gripped with fear, anxiety and ignorance. Being an Administrative Assistant to a prominent attorney with AIDS was easy; being his friend, well that was hard.
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RENT MONEY (
2014 - 2017 )
Writer
Awards
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MoviePlay International Film Festival Best Writer Concrete Wings, the Novel
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Paris Lady MovieMakers Festival Best Unproduced Script WHILE I WAIT
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Florence Film Awards Best Feature Script CONCRETE WINGS
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Paris Lady MovieMakers Festival Best Unproduced Script CONCRETE WINGS
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WorldFest Gold Remi Award Houston International Film Festival, CONCRETE WINGS
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Hollywood Gold Award Best Feature Script WHILE I WAIT
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Accolade Global Film Competition for Best Latin/Hispanic Script CONCRETE WINGS
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World Film Carnival – Singapore for Best Feature Script, CONCRETE WINGS
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Hollywood on the Tiber Film Awards for Best Original Story, CONCRETE WINGS
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8 & Half Film Awards for Best International Writer, Beverly Gandara for CONCRETE WINGS.
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Golden Palm Award for Best Screenplay Beverly Hills International Film Festival RENT MONEY
(2012)
Education
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Brooklyn College
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