About

Monique Rardin Richardson, a native of Oakland, California, still proudly calls the Bay Area her home. Her writing journey began with the simple joy of reading, a passion she discovered at a young age.

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This love for literature led her to self-discovery. In middle school, she learned to express herself through poetry and short stories, which provided solace during the challenges of home life and adolescence.

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It wasn't until the midpoint of her life that Richardson decided to pursue her unspoken dreams. Determined, she took a chance and began submitting her photographs and poems to galleries and literary journals. Her acceptance was a testament to the power of never giving up on one's dreams. 

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She is now the author of four books: The Unlikely Dreamcatcher, a novella; When Then Became Now, a memoir; Despina the Anti-Cupid; and her poetry chapbook, Pieces of Me, which has been published by Finishing Line Press.

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​As a member of the California Writer's Club and the Pleasanton Art League, she has made significant contributions to the literary and visual arts communities. Her award-winning photographs have graced galleries across the United States, including the prestigious de Young's Open Show in San Francisco, CA.