Marina Magdalena
Author
Marina Magdalena is a captivating storyteller who writes heartfelt, funny, and edge-of-your-seat books for readers aged 10 plus. Prior to releasing her debut novel in 2023, Marina Magdalena spent many years working as a creative practitioner in TV and Theatre, fulfilling both performance and production roles. Marina also founded and continues to run Imaginarium Academy, a renowned online hub for young aspiring filmmakers, writers, and actors, whose conversations, fresh ideas, and vivid imaginations fuel her own creativity.
Marina lives in the Mediterranean with her husband and two children as she journeys through the teenage years of Antigone Kingsley, a beautiful soul who “means well.” The second book in the Antigone Series will be released in May 2024 with Book 3 arriving in 2025.
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ANTIGONE KINGSLEY About Last Summer
Living above her parent's theatre has always given Antigone Kingsley (Tig) plenty of practice at being centre stage. But when the theatre faces financial crisis and the stage doors close, it is her alluring cousin Amelie, flown in from Paris, who grabs her family's attention. As Tig grapples with her identity away from the limelight, she watches her cousin steal the affection of her family, friends, school - even her loyal social media following! When tension between the two teenagers grow, Tig finds herself at a crossroad. Will her need to be liked outweigh her raging jealousy towards her cousin? Or will spiralling emotions and burning desires lead to murderous consequences?
Antigone Kingsley by author Marina Magdalena, is the first book in this coming-of-age series that makes the perfect companion for tweens and teenage girls going through the highs and lows of growing up. Filled with positive role models, healthy self-exploration, fruitful relationships, vulnerability and good humour, you'll love journeying with Tig as she faces the social pressures, spiralling emotions, burning desires and grand disappointments of teenage life! Tig is your relatable, imperfect, clumsy, hot headed girl next door who learns to embrace who she is, solve problems and bring sparkle to the world. She's your new BFF - meet Antigone 'Tig' Kingsley.
Cousins by blood - enemies by choice!
“A lead character who is neurodiverse, but also brilliant, wonderful, happy, liked, celebrated, wanted, enjoyed and a part of their community”
| The Huffington Post
ANTIGONE KINGSLEY Don’t Judge Me
Meet Antigone 'Tig' Kingsley - your new BFF.
Antigone Kingsley (Tig) and her sister Ismene are invited to join their French cousin Amelie at a holiday camp in Switzerland.
Upon arriving at the camp, Tig is upset to find that she has been enrolled in a pottery course while her sister and cousin enjoy the exciting drama camp. Clearly, the events of last summer have not been forgotten or forgiven. To keep the peace, disappointed Tig reluctantly agrees. Over the course, Tig captures some hilarious moments on video of her classmates and uploads them to her social media channel. Elated that the views hit record likes, Tig swiftly discovers that the videos have been tampered with and the fallout has catastrophic consequences.
Will Tig's need for popularity jeopardise new friendships leading to a lonely path ahead? Or can Tig make amends with her classmates when facing a hiking challenge together? Does it really matter what others think if true friendship delights and accepts just being yourself?
Antigone Kingsley: Don't Judge Me by author Marina Magdalena, is the second book in this coming-of-age series that makes the perfect companion for middle grade girls going through the highs and lows of growing up. Filled with positive role models, healthy self-exploration, fruitful relationships, vulnerability and good humour, teens will love journeying with Tig as she faces the social pressures, spiralling emotions, burning desires and grand disappointments of teenage life! Tig is your relatable, imperfect, clumsy, hot-headed girl next door who learns to embrace who she is, solve problems and bring sparkle to the world.
“The more we embrace and popularise the chaotic, spontaneous, big-hearted, creative powerhouse of a girl who zones out when she isn’t hyper-focused, the more we give our ADHD girls permission to be who they are…”
| The Independent
Technology will transform the way we learn, but it is human connection, powered by our sociable brains, that truly expands our minds.
In this talk, Marina Magdalena, founder of Imaginarium Academy, a International film & TV company, explores the power of online education. She discusses how meaningful human experiences, connections, and collaborations placed at the center stage of online learning can elevate our learning experiences.
Marina Magdalena is a dynamic social entrepreneur who is making waves in the world of education. As the founder and CEO of Imaginarium Academy, she is passionate about releasing young people into the world of visual and performing arts. Marina's infectious enthusiasm for her work comes from her natural curiosity about how people learn, a passion that has been fueled by her own experiences as a home-educating mother. Marina's leadership of Imaginarium Academy has been marked by a commitment to innovation and a focus on nurturing creativity in her students. Under her guidance, the Academy has become a hub for children and young people who are eager to explore their artistic talents and discover new ways of expressing themselves.