Poetry & Spoken Word, Storytelling & Books

Rediscovering “Love, don’t Fear”: Poetry Collection You May Have Missed

If you are a fan of thought-provoking and emotionally charged poetry, let me remind you about my book! 📚”Love, don’t Fear” is a powerful poetry collection that explores the complexities of relationships, especially the ones that leave you feeling tangled and conflicted. I know we’ve passed Valentine’s Day, but these aren’t fluffy poems about chocolates and flowers (though a few might be just that). Instead, … Continue reading Rediscovering “Love, don’t Fear”: Poetry Collection You May Have Missed

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)February 16, 2023Leave a comment

Race, Culture, Identity, Storytelling & Books

My New Afropean Story Born Out of the Ashes

So much has changed in my life since the last post. I’ll just mention two out of a few significant things. Firstly, just over a year ago, my mum passed away. Secondly, I visited Africa for the first time. Here’s why these two distinct events go together in my mind. My mum was Polish. My dad is Nigerian. I was born and have lived in Europe … Continue reading My New Afropean Story Born Out of the Ashes

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)July 3, 2022July 4, 2022Leave a comment

Race, Culture, Identity, Storytelling & Books

Come Wind or Sun – Novel Excerpt

When the cell door shut behind Emilio, he knew that there was no turning back. He collapsed on the metallic bed, feeling like the Fulani bull he encountered as a ten-year-old boy, when visiting his maternal grandfather’s village. The day before its slaughter, the beast was allowed to graze and roam without restraint. On the day, however, four strong men captured the animal, spreading it … Continue reading Come Wind or Sun – Novel Excerpt

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)April 10, 2021April 10, 20211 Comment

Book Editing, Storytelling & Books

Novel Writing & Editing – Script Editor Interview

I met Amy Reith at a cast and crew film screening.’Twas the funniest thing! No, not the film which was a drama titled “Nuclear”. Here’s what’s so funny… Amy’s seat was next to mine. We chitchatted for a short while. Soon, the lights went off and the cinema room became pitch dark, with occasional light flashes coming from the screen. Then, this slightly confused lady … Continue reading Novel Writing & Editing – Script Editor Interview

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)November 21, 2020November 21, 2020Leave a comment

Storytelling & Books

Quick Novel Writing Update & Story Time

Today, Ai was late for work. It was meant to be business as usual – deadlines, spreadsheets and a few simple telephone conversations. And it would be so… if the wind didn’t frustrate her clients by delaying deliveries from France. One of them kept yelling at Ai for half an hour. “I’m so sorry, Mrs. Smith. I know it’s your sofa, but our vendors cannot deliver … Continue reading Quick Novel Writing Update & Story Time

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)April 4, 2020September 25, 20203 Comments

Creative Writing, Storytelling & Books

STORYTELLING – Script Editor Interview

Lights, camera, action! 😂 TV script editor Amy Reith has worked with some of the greatest story minds (arguably) – in various roles – across BBC4’s, Sky One’s and Sky Atlantic’s productions… What I really like about Amy though is that she’s a sweet and down to earth woman… I’ll let you know how we met (funny story) – in part 2 of the interview… … Continue reading STORYTELLING – Script Editor Interview

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)March 7, 2020November 21, 2020Leave a comment

Storytelling & Books

Novel Writing Update – Story Time

“…but she did wonder if indeed one needed ‘all that money’. And if not, what did one need to be happy?” © Monika Ribeiro 2020 In a nutshell, my novel (in the making) titled “Everywhere & Always” is about the pursuit of happiness. And, you’ll probably agree that it’s almost impossible to explore happiness without addressing money… So, I decided to throw some of my … Continue reading Novel Writing Update – Story Time

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)January 23, 2020September 25, 2020Leave a comment

Race, Culture, Identity, Storytelling & Books

Everywhere & Always – A Story Waiting to be Told

“It was one of those afternoons when the beautiful summer sun chased even zealous hermits out their four walls. All but one. Her curtains were closed all day. She didn’t notice the sun’s rays and her skin couldn’t feel its warmth…” Yes, there’s a new book in the making! The first draft is done. Yuppie! However,… Yes, there’s a however… I have a bunch of … Continue reading Everywhere & Always – A Story Waiting to be Told

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)December 12, 2019September 24, 20204 Comments

Storytelling & Books

Art of Books – Start Them Young

My kids and I have just visited the British Library for the very first time. Loooved it! Would you agree that there’s beauty in being surrounded by books, books, and… you guessed it… more books? I was amazed by the King’s Library and the ancient historical treasure Codex Sinaiticus (Sinai Bible) displayed in one of BL’s exhibitions. Reportedly, the latter was produced in the middle of … Continue reading Art of Books – Start Them Young

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)January 5, 2019September 24, 2020Leave a comment

Book Publishing, Storytelling & Books

Winsome Duncan Interview – Part Two

If you’re an aspiring author, book publisher, creative or budding entrepreneur – you will find valuable tips in my interview with Winsome Duncan – an award-winning author, entrepreneur, and poet with over a decade of experience in the book industry. Part two stands on its own, however, to gain additional insights please READ PART ONE too. Here, the conversation about writing, self-publishing and creative entrepreneurship continues. … Continue reading Winsome Duncan Interview – Part Two

Monika Ribeiro (writer/editor)December 1, 2018April 17, 20193 Comments

Monika Ribeiro Publications

Category: Storytelling & Books

Rediscovering “Love, don’t Fear”: Poetry Collection You May Have Missed

My New Afropean Story Born Out of the Ashes

Come Wind or Sun – Novel Excerpt

Novel Writing & Editing – Script Editor Interview

Quick Novel Writing Update & Story Time

STORYTELLING – Script Editor Interview

Novel Writing Update – Story Time

Everywhere & Always – A Story Waiting to be Told

Art of Books – Start Them Young

Winsome Duncan Interview – Part Two