Academia and publishing is full of groundbreaking research, bold new ideas, and world-changing insights—but too often, they stay trapped behind walls and traditional media.
The world needs your ideas. But without the right visibility, they never reach the people who need them most.
That’s where Punctuation PR comes in.
Who We Are
Punctuation PR (PPR) is a new media-first PR & marketing agency designed exclusively for emerging public intellectuals.
We bridge the gap between research and public conversation, helping writers and thinkers grow their audience, land media features, book speaking engagements, and build lasting influence.
What We Believe
Knowledge should be public.
We believe ideas don’t belong in silos. The best scholarship can—and should—influence how we think, feel, and act in the world. We bridge the gap between good work and the right people.
Ideas shape culture.
Culture doesn’t just happen—it’s created, challenged, and reimagined by the ideas we share. We elevate new ideas and engage deeply with the cultural moment.
What you say matters.
Language carries power. How you communicate your ideas determines who hears them—and what they do next. We help you say it clearly, credibly, and memorably.
“You’ve already done the hard part—writing the book, publishing the research, becoming an expert. I take you the rest of the way, making sure your ideas don’t just exist, but take on a magical life of their own.”
—Ellen Yang, Founder of PPR
Meet the Founder
Ellen Yang founded Punctuation PR with a simple belief: great ideas deserve great audiences.
As the agency’s lead, she brings that vision to life—helping writers, scholars, and cultural thinkers share their work with the world.
Ellen brings nearly a decade of experience in media and communications, including working on national public service campaigns and creating viral content for innovative startups and international companies. She's driven over one billion views through her work.
She holds a B.A.H. in English and a B.A. in Linguistics from Stanford University.