Hey, I’m Rio!

- or if you’ve seen my book cover, S. Mario. I’m an illustrator and writer based in beautiful New Zealand.

I tell stories with heart, a splash of imagination, and just enough adventure to keep things interesting. My writing mixes the everyday with the unexpected, creating worlds that feel both familiar and full of surprises.

If you enjoy characters you can cheer for, moments that make you smile, and stories that stick with you after the last page, you’re in the right place. Welcome to my little corner of the storytelling world.