About Toyin

Oluwatoyin Eria Ajua Odunuyi read Mass Communication at Caleb University where she specialized in print journalism and served as editor in chief of the university magazine, Caleb Pioneer. A creative and prolific self published author, Toyin has written sixteen books spanning romance, thriller and disability awareness fiction. She is a screenwriting and script supervision alumna of Ebonylife Creative Academy and the co producer of the short documentary Echoes of Hope: Navigating Autism in Nigeria.

Toyin’s work sits at the intersection of storytelling and advocacy. Inspired by her younger brother who is on the autism spectrum, she founded the Diary of a Special Needs Sibling blog and the support initiative Your Safe Space NG. Through these platforms she amplifies sibling voices, promotes caregiver wellbeing and campaigns for inclusion in Nigeria.

Literary voice and themes

Toyin writes with a frank, reflective voice. Her stories often explore family dynamics, sibling bonds and the messy, imperfect truths of adulthood. She uses fiction to examine trauma, mental health, relationships and the lived experiences of families affected by disability. Readers value her honesty and the integrity with which she treats difficult subjects.

Advocacy and impact

Toyin’s advocacy is practical and grounded. Your Safe Space NG and her Diary of a Special Needs Sibling blog provide emotional support, resources and community for neurotypical siblings and families. She writes openly about caregiver burnout, stigma and the need for mental health support. Her view is clear: representation matters and storytelling can change perceptions.

She also uses digital self publishing to bypass traditional gatekeepers and reach readers directly. In a publishing landscape where access can be limited, Toyin’s path demonstrates how purpose driven authors can build audiences and meaningful social impact.

What to expect next

Toyin is preparing a sequel to Just Figuring It Out that explores mental health and the art of starting again. She is also working on In the Name of Family, a book that focuses on neurotypical siblings and ties into her foundation work. Other projects include a romance novel, a story addressing Down syndrome and a personal, tell it all project.

Her long term goals include creating housing shelters and support structures for people with disabilities and children who face homelessness. Her focus remains on practical, compassionate change.