Rose A. Valenta
Humor Writer, Trend Hunter
Bucks County, PA · Member since Mar 2007
230Published Articles
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I attend the bi-annual Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop at the University of Dayton, am a member of the Robert Benchley Society, and the National Society of Newspaper Columnists.
Erma was the greatest American humorist of our generation, and an inspiration to me.
My writing experience is extensive. I wrote for a subsidiary of McGraw-Hill for 12 years, as a technical staff writer and freelanced for other industry publications. I also took creative writing courses at Delaware Technical College. Many of my articles are syndicated at Associated Content and have appeared in USA TODAY, Newsday, The Courier Post, The Wall Street Journal, and many other publications.
Erma was the greatest American humorist of our generation, and an inspiration to me.
My writing experience is extensive. I wrote for a subsidiary of McGraw-Hill for 12 years, as a technical staff writer and freelanced for other industry publications. I also took creative writing courses at Delaware Technical College. Many of my articles are syndicated at Associated Content and have appeared in USA TODAY, Newsday, The Courier Post, The Wall Street Journal, and many other publications.
Featured Ideas
Leprechaun Speed Trap
The New Trend in Law EnforcementCostumed Law Enforcement — Opportunity for law enforcement agencies to use unconventional costumes and tactics to catch speeders.
Delicate Barnacle Canopy
21-Pendant Chandelier by BocciBarnacle-inspired Design — Opportunity for designers to explore and innovate new designs inspired by one of the overlooked crustaceans.
Axing Iconic Ballparks
Historic Shea Stadium Dismantled in Favor of All-New Citi FieldRazing Historic Ballparks — Opportunity for companies offering preservation services or repurposing solutions for historic ballparks.
Neiman Marcus Lexus
IS F SedanLimited Edition — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create limited edition versions of products to drive exclusivity and generate buzz.
Tree Donors
Couple Gives 84 Ft Spruce To Rockefeller CenterCommunity Giving — More individuals and businesses could donate large displays, such as Christmas trees, to boost community morale and garner positive attention.
Wine Terrorism
CRAV Grape Activists Threaten French PresidentWine Activism — There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the wine industry by catering to the demands of wine activists.
Cow Dung Innovation
Scientists Transform Cow Dung Into FiberboardCow Dung Fiberboard — The innovative use of processed and sterilized cow manure as fiberboard can create a market opportunity for the furniture and home improvement industry.
$10 Million Fabergé Egg House
For Sale in MoscowLuxury Homes — Opulent, extremely expensive homes offer consumers one way to let the world know their value; architects and home designers who recognize this can truly take advantage of the growing need for lavishness.
Real Batmobiles
Iconic GTRLuxury Batmobiles — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of popular culture elements into luxury car design.
$165M For Godfather Mansion
Rosebud Estate Most Expensive Home in USExpensive Real Estate Market — The rising prices of luxury properties create opportunities for developers to cater to high-end buyers.
Global Warming
$2 Trillion in Natural Resources UncoveredTerritorial Dispute — The global warming-induced uncovering of natural resources in the Arctic has sparked a territorial dispute between several countries, presenting an opportunity for disruptive innovation in negotiation and conflict resolution.
Gems Glow Different Colors
Hope Diamond Is Red Under UV LightFingerprinting Blue Diamonds — Opportunity to develop innovative methods for identifying genuine blue diamonds and distinguishing them from artificial ones.Q&A with Rose
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I am currently working on a humor book, just got an agent, and am not at liberty to elaborate on any details just yet. However, Trend Hunter will be the first to know.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
Rosie's Renegade Humor Blog http://www.rosevalenta.blogspot.com
How do you define cool?
Class!
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Read up on current events and releases, and pay close attention to people's interests.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
It covers a lot of diverse ground.
What is your favorite trend?
Eco trends that conserve energy.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
Interject humor.
How do you reset to be creative?
Find a quiet place to set up the laptop, listen to soothing music, then surf to all the knock-your-socks-off exciting trend sites.
What inspires or excites you?
A great success story.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
Automobiles that are powered by wind energy.
Author Categories
Chuckle-Worthy Reads
Scotch-Filled Hotels
Ageist Lawsuits
90-CD Music Compilations
Guerrilla Bologna Promotions
Making Men Obsolete?
Flush Puppies
60s Inspired Supercars
Crowdsourced Comedy
Eye-Mounted Videocameras
Rock Music Studies
Rodent Headdresses
Pointless Political Standoffs
Contemporary Ethnic Wars – “America Libre” Novel Discusses a Hispanic Revolution
Global Gay Galas
$7,000 Drivers Licenses
Drag Queen University Acceptance
Posthumous Ivy League Lawsuits
Axing Iconic Ballparks
Personal Ads for Penguins
Liberating Lobsters for Activism
Capitalizing on Animal Fame
Lesbian Breeding Attempts
Airport Security Brain Fingerprinting
Vacuum-Phobic Pet Virals
Same-Sex Wedding Cards
$5 Million Vintage Prototypes
Bulletproof Fashion -– Protective Polo Shirts at Harrod's
Exotic Supercars by Fashion Designers
Exotic Super Car Track Packages
Celebrity Gay Marriage
Low Emission Auto Design
Bumper Cars
Mass Produced Fuel Cell Cars
Clean Humor
