About
Emeka Egbuonu
"Emeka's work is truly inspiring" Meg Hillier, MP for Hackney South and Shoreditch
Step into the world of Emeka Egbuonu—an accomplished author, storyteller, and now an emerging screenwriter. With a lifelong passion for storytelling, Emeka has dedicated his career to crafting immersive tales that captivate the imagination, inspire young minds, and resonate deeply with audiences.
As an author of four books, Emeka's literary works have touched readers far and wide. His powerful storytelling transports audiences to new realms, evoking emotions and sparking profound connections. With an innate ability to weave narratives that stay with you, Emeka has left an indelible impact on all who have experienced his stories.
Emeka’s love for storytelling has expanded beyond the written and spoken word into the visual realm. Having recently completed an MA in Screenwriting, he is now bringing his passion for storytelling to the screen. A lifetime student of the art, Emeka is committed to creating visually compelling stories that explore the human experience in powerful and authentic ways. His transition into screenwriting reflects his belief that stories can move us in countless mediums, and he embraces the challenge of reaching new audiences through film.
Whether captivating listeners in intimate storytelling performances, inspiring learners as a teacher, or crafting visual narratives, Emeka’s dedication to the art of storytelling is truly remarkable. Prepare to be transported to worlds unknown, where imagination knows no bounds, and stories come alive with Emeka Egbuonu—a storyteller igniting the magic of words and visuals in every heart.
Scripts
Ambitions of the depriived
TV Series (Pilot) | Drama
Logline:
In Hackney, East London four teenagers forge an unbreakable pact to defy their bleak surroundings and pursue their dreams. But when one is falsely accused of murder, their loyalty is tested as they navigate a flawed legal system, forcing them to confront the harsh realities of their existence and the true meaning of friendship.
Stolen Dreams (Redemption)
Short | Drama
Logline:
Inside a prison, a young man confronts the emotional wreckage of his crime through sessions with the prison psychologist—reliving the past, facing the pain he caused, and searching for redemption in the aftermath of a life-altering choice.
My Sun and my Moon
Short Film | Drama
Logline:
A young mother in a south-eastern Nigerian village struggles to break free from an abusive marriage, uncovering deep-rooted family traditions that challenge her path to forgiveness and personal freedom.
Margins
Web Series | Drama
Logline:
A disillusioned English teacher, haunted by the challenges of a broken education system and his own personal struggles, finds solace in the unexpected connections he forms with his students, as he battles to prove that every life on the margins has a story worth telling.
TESTIMONIALS
Emeka Egbuonu’s Consequences – Breaking the Negative Cycle fills a criminological gap, and brings fresh insight into what we all should be doing in the wake of the English riots to help young people bridge the gap between school and a law-abiding adulthood. This inspiring book should be read widely – not least within the Ministry of Justice and the Home Office.”
Professor David Wilson, Britain’s leading criminologist and Director of the Centre for Applied Criminology in Birmingham:
Books such as this are crucial to understanding the issues that drive a minority of young people into the kind of lifestyles that are damaging both to them and to the rest of society. While there is never an excuse for criminal behaviour, we need to try to understand, and tackle, the background issues, such as parenting and lack of opportunities, that lead some of our young people to consider a lifestyle of crime and gang-related violence. Emeka Egbuonu’s experience in dealing with these issues is clearly visible in this interesting and well-informed book".
David Lammy, Foreign Secretary, UK
STORIES BY EMEKA
Fatherhood Conversations Series
TESTIMONIALS
'We were privileged to have the wonderful Emeka Egbuonu come and share a story with us.
Emeka’s story was warm, engaging and interesting and all the students were interested to know more. They had many questions and wanted more time to discuss. Author, professional speaker, entrepreneur and lecturer , this impressive young man is an excellent role model for our students. An extra nice touch was his donation of a signed copy of his new novel as a prize to a challenge he set up. Emeka spoke candidly about his own life and his awareness of the pressures of growing up. The session was a true talking point for our pupils , many of whom requested that we invite him in again. We were delighted to welcome him to our school and hope to see him back again. Thank you, Emeka'
Anne Gallagher, Lead Practitioner at Cardinal Pole Catholic Secondary School
Emeka is a charismatic and interesting speaker. When he spoke at HMP Holloway, he engaged and entertained a large group of women, whilst presenting some challenging and inspirational ideas. His breadth of material and fluid style sustained his audience throughout and gave them plenty to think about afterwards.”
Equalities Manager at Her Majesty's Holloway Women's Prison.
Great presentation, Emeka's project aroused lots of interest amongst our student body. We would love to have him back to speak again."
Dr. Mark Woolmer, Senior Tutor, Durham University
