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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.

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NOW AVAILABLE

Dear Diary


Kingston University Press.
Published 1 May 2026.
ISBN 978-1-909362-91-8

Diary entries from three Nigerian women navigating the pull between tradition and independence, faith and the guilt that comes with it, and family expectation versus who they actually are.

EBOOK - COMING SOON

Longlisted

Guardian 4th Estate Short Story Prize

2022

RECOGNITION

Longlisted

Penguin Michael Joseph Undiscovered Writers Prize

2024

Finalist

Dubai International Cineverse Screenplay Award

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

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PRESS |

Featured on Arise News discussing Dear Diary and authentic storytelling about African individuals.

Dear Diary Book Talk with Dr Dorcas Roberts | Identity, Womanhood & Healing
30:17
Dear Diary: The Story of Eunice Chinda | Official Trailer | Alliance Française Lagos
02:33
DEAR DIARY - FULL HIGHLIGHT
03:32
DEAR DIARY - DAY 1
01:16
DEAR DIARY STAGE PLAY - REHEARSAL
01:52
We Bonded Over Telling Authentic Stories So ‘Dear Diary’ Was Born - Diedre Ehule | Toyin Taiwo
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Lockdown Schooling - Parent Edition
11:33
Lockdown Schooling Interview - Parent edition
04:58

Services

How We Can Work Together

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Script and Story Development

Available for:

  • Script editing and development

  • Story consulting

  • Narrative development for film, theatre, books and digital content

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Direction for Stage and Screen

Available for:

  • Theatrical productions

  • Films

  • Documentary projects

  • Advertisements

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Education and Teacher Coaching

Available for:

  • Drama and English curriculum resources

  • Early career teacher coaching

  • 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.

  • Panel Discussions
  • Guest Lectures
  • Storytelling and Drama Workshops
  • Creative Writing Sessions
  • Author Events
  • Virtual and in-person
AVAILABLE FOR

GET IN TOUCH

Let's start a conversation

For commissions, collaborations, speaking invitations or press enquiries, reach out directly.

mstoyintaiwo@gmail.com

GENERAL ENQUIRIES

© 2026 by Toyin Taiwo.

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