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Don’t Hide PR brings over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry, with more than a decade dedicated specifically to comics. We believe the power of storytelling doesn’t end with the work itself—it’s amplified when trusted voices help carry it forward.
Second-party validation matters. Third- and fourth-party coverage matters even more. At the speed media moves today, creators can maximize recognition and reach with strategic, thoughtful visibility. Every campaign at Don’t Hide PR is customized to reflect the work itself and the audience it’s meant to find. We’re fortunate to work alongside a deep network of respected journalists, editors, and tastemakers—some of the very best in the business.
As a long-time veteran of the entertainment industry, we value artistry, integrity, and intention. Yes, there may have been hiding for a minute—but the rule has always been the same: a good publicist knows when to stand behind the curtain and let the creative work take center stage.
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You did the hard work. Now it’s time to bring it into the light.
Photo Credit: Brennan Thome
OWNER/PUBLICITY DIRECTOR/DOER of ALL THINGS @DHPR
melissa [at] donthidepr [dot] com
I work across music, film, and comics, bringing a deep understanding of entertainment media and long-standing relationships throughout the cultural landscape. I pride myself on the network I’ve built and on making thoughtful, mutually beneficial connections for creators and publishers looking to break through in meaningful ways.
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I’m a lifelong devotee of Seattle’s grunge scene, firmly believe in the transformative power of Parliament-Funkadelic, and have endless respect for Lemmy Kilmister’s renegade spirit. I’m an alumna of Antioch University Los Angeles, where I earned an MFA in Creative Nonfiction, and hold a double major in Writing and Communications from Concordia University.
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Also the author of the best-selling memoir, Heavy Metal Headbang and Song Over The Bones!​