Today we’d like to introduce you to Abimael Acosta.
Hi Abimael, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I was born in a small town in Puerto Rico called Adjuntas. As a child, I used to say I wanted to work in a circus, because that was the closest thing I could imagine to being an artist—though I didn’t really know what being an artist meant at the time. Later, I discovered theater and decided I wanted to be an actor.
After finishing high school, I enrolled at the University of Puerto Rico to study theater, and I combined it with Radio and Television Production, which is the degree I graduated with.
Right after graduating, I started working as an actor in theater, film, and television—all in the same year. Not long after, I discovered that my true passion was writing. I took a leap of faith and submitted a script I had written to a television production company. To my surprise, they called me to write for their show.
That opportunity led me to write for almost every television network in Puerto Rico, and eventually, I started writing, directing, and producing films as well.
Throughout all those years, I also continued working in theater as a writer, director, and producer—until I felt the need to seek out new experiences and made the move to Los Angeles.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
From the moment I decided I wanted to be an artist, I knew the path wouldn’t be easy. While my family never opposed my decision, I often encountered people who warned me that artists end up starving.
A career in the arts, especially as a writer, in my case, is a tough one that demands a great deal of inner strength. Artists are constantly exposed to judgment and criticism from those who view our work. Often, people who have no understanding of the effort, time, and energy that go into a project feel entitled to tear it down with criticism that isn’t always rooted in objective criteria.
This is a profession where you have to be emotionally prepared to hear the word no, often. And yet, it’s also a path filled with profound rewards.
If you don’t truly love this craft, it’s nearly impossible to withstand the pressure that comes with it. It’s a journey full of highs and lows, but for those who are passionate, it’s worth every moment.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m a fiction writer specializing in screenwriting for film and television, as well as in theater and literary fiction. I work across different formats and genres, but my focus is always on storytelling that is bold, emotionally resonant, and socially conscious.
Two of the projects I’m most proud of are I Am Sylvia, a musical theater piece based on the life of activist Sylvia Rivera, and my novel Wizards. I Am Sylvia marks my debut as a musical theater writer and is set to premiere in New York this fall. Meanwhile, Wizards is currently in the process of being released across the Spanish speaking market, including Spain, Latin America, and Puerto Rico.
What sets me apart is my commitment to telling stories that center marginalized voices and challenge conventional narratives, all while blending artistic depth with mainstream accessibility. I strive to create work that entertains, moves, and provokes thought stories that stay with you.
What matters most to you? Why?
Beyond my work as a writer, there are a few things that hold deep importance in my life, above all, my family. My mother, my siblings, my son, my nieces and nephews, and my grandchildren are the heart of my world.
To me, family is that sacred space where we feel safe, recharged, and unconditionally loved, not for what we do, but simply for who we are. It’s where we’re reminded of our worth, where we return to when we need strength, and where love is always constant.
I also believe deeply in the responsibility we have to future generations. It’s incredibly important to me to fight for a world rooted in peace, love, respect, equity, and justice, a world that is kinder, fairer, and more inclusive for those who come after us. That vision fuels not only my activism but also my writing.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://enquill.wixsite.com/abimaelacosta
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abimaelacostawriter/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abimaelacostawriter/
