Black Ave Films: The Birth of an Empire

It’s never too late to become who you were meant to be.

BLACK AVE FILMS: The Birth of an Empire is an inspiring true story about reinvention, creative courage, and discovering purpose when life takes an unexpected turn. At age 57, Ron Black—now an award-winning independent horror film director—found filmmaking not as a lifelong plan, but as a calling born from perseverance, risk, and an unshakable belief in possibility.

Through Ron Black’s raw and honest journey, paired with powerful, thought-provoking quotes from award-winning writer and speaker Eric Zhender, this new edition weaves motivation with lived experience. Together, they explore how passion can emerge at any stage of life, how setbacks can become catalysts, and how creativity has no expiration date.

More than a story about film, this book is a testament to the human spirit—an invitation to embrace change, trust your instincts, and pursue what sets your soul on fire, regardless of age, background, or circumstance.

Whether you are an artist, entrepreneur, dreamer, or someone searching for a second act, BLACK AVE FILMS: The Birth of an Empire proves that it’s never too late to start—and never too late to build something extraordinary.