Dear Diary
Kingston University Press.
Published 1 May 2026.
ISBN 978-1-909362-91-8
'Dear Diary: The Truth Behind the Mask' follows three millennial women burdens through intimate diary entries. It is a reflective short story collection about the private truths women carry behind the masks they wear.
WRITER. DIRECTOR. EDUCATOR.
TOYIN TAIWO
LONDON & LAGOS
Multidisciplinary storyteller working across literature, theatre and film. Author of Dear Diary. Co-Founder of Story Pro Productions. Creating relatable stories, often for a cause, with a focus on women and youth development and inclusion in the arts and education.
Licensed
Dear Diary: The Story of Eunice Chinda with Alexander Street / Clarivate - 2026
Finalist
Dubai International Cineverse Screenplay Award - 2024
Longlisted
Guardian 4th Estate Short Story Prize - 2022
Penguin Michael Joseph Undiscovered Writers Prize - 2024
About
Stories rooted in
culture, faith and truth
I’m Toyin Taiwo, a British Nigerian storyteller, author, director and educator.
I create work across theatre, film, books and education. What excites my imagination is telling authentic stories that feel honest, layered and emotionally true.
My background as an educator shapes the way I tell stories. I’m drawn to work that can move people, start conversations and create space for reflection. My creative practice is based on performance, literature, education and work that connects to a cause.
Whether I’m writing fiction, directing performance, developing educational resources or creating content, my work is rooted in storytelling, creative purpose and a desire to make people feel seen.
MA in Filmmaking, Kingston University
BA in Drama and Applied Theatre, St Mary's University
PGCE English and Drama, UCL Institute of Education
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Co-Founder, Story Pro Productions
IMAGINATION CLUB TV
Stories. Creativity. Learning.
Imagination Club TV is a creative space for children UNDER 9 (especially ages 4 to 8) hosted by me, also known as "Ms. T".
The channel uses original stories, creative activities and practical tools to encourage children to make choices, solve problems, explore feelings and use their imagination.
Through "BUILD A STORY WITH ME", "THE STORY TOOLBOX" and
"CRAFTS", children are invited to take part rather than be passive observers.
The aim is to support children more holistically, including areas such as confidence, friendships, kindness, relationships, emotional awareness, decision making and how they respond to everyday situations.
Imagination Club TV is the starting point for a wider approach to creative arts education that I want to develop in the future, using storytelling, drama and creativity to support children’s learning and personal development.
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Featured on Davina & Sabrina Podcast Show discussing the inspiration behind writing Dear Diary (2026)
Featured in Black Ballad on ageing, health changes, womanhood and Dear Diary (2026)
Featured on Arise News discussing Dear Diary and authentic storytelling about African individuals (2025)
Services
How We Can Work Together
Script and Story Development
Available for:
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Script editing and development
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Story consulting
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Narrative development for film, theatre, books and digital content
Direction for Stage and Screen
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Theatrical productions
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Films
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Documentary projects
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Education and Teacher Coaching
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Drama and English curriculum resources
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Early career teacher coaching
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Creative workshops for young people and adults
Speaking and Events
Based in London and Lagos. Toyin is available for VIRTUAL and IN-PERSON engagements across the UNITED KINGDOM, NIGERIA and INTERNATIONALLY.
To enquire, get in touch via the contact section below.
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Panel Discussions
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Guest Lectures
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Storytelling and Drama Workshops
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Creative Writing Sessions
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Author Events
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Virtual and in-person