Monica Macias: Author of Black Girl from Pyongyang
The extraordinary true story of a West African girl raised in North Korea under the guardianship of President Kim Il Sung, which also touches on the intriguing life of macías.
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About Monica Macias
In 1979, aged only seven, Monica Macías was transplanted from West Africa to the unfamiliar surroundings of North Korea. She was sent (with her siblings) by her father, Francisco Macías, the first president of post-Independence Equatorial Guinea, to be educated under the guardianship of his ally, Kim Il Sung. However, just months after her arrival, her father, who is known as one of the world's most brutal dictators, was ousted in a bloody coup d'état and executed by firing squad.
About Black Girl from Pyongyang
Published in March 2023 by Duckworth Publishers, Black Girl from Pyongyang: In Search of My Identity is Macías's second memoir. The book is attracting recognition and attention, as Macías shared the results of her interviews with more than 3,000 people who knew her father, concluding that he was not guilty of the crimes for which he was executed. In her memoir, Macías also revealed that ...
Book Talk with Monica
Looking for an enriching experience to captivate your audience?
Monica Macías is now open for bookings for author visits and book talks, ready to ignite minds and inspire hearts. Whether you're a seasoned TV or talk show, a forward-thinking company, an educational institution, a haven-seeking library, a grassroots community group, a spiritual congregation, or simply an individual yearning to gather friends and family for an unforgettable afternoon – Monica's book talks promise to ignite curiosity and spark dialogue.
Thought-Provoking Evening at Sheffield University
26/2/2025
Monica Macías is now open for bookings for author visits and book talks, ready to ignite minds and inspire hearts. Whether you're a seasoned TV or talk show, a forward-thinking company, an educational institution, a haven-seeking library, a grassroots community group, a spiritual congregation, or simply an individual yearning to gather friends and family for an unforgettable afternoon – Monica's book talks promise to ignite curiosity and spark dialogue.
Book Talk at Knighton book Festival, 12 october 2024
My Knighton book talk experience
Monica Macías is now open for bookings for author visits and book talks, ready to ignite minds and inspire hearts. Whether you're a seasoned TV or talk show, a forward-thinking company, an educational institution, a haven-seeking library, a grassroots community group, a spiritual congregation, or simply an individual yearning to gather friends and family for an unforgettable afternoon – Monica's book talks promise to ignite curiosity and spark dialogue.
Photos from Knighton experience
