Toni Desiree is a writer-director, based in Houston, TX. She has a passion for storytelling and bringing unique perspectives to the things she creates. She wrote and produced her first play at nine (about a lost frog) and has since honed her writing skills through various publications and projects. She has gone on to write, direct, and produce her first short film, which had its New York premiere at Lincoln Center in 2024. In 2025, she became managing editor for 47Magazine. Her writing often explores themes of growth, coming-of-age perspectives, and self-discovery.

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