The Journey of a Hidden Princess

About the Author

Anikka Forbes is a lifelong diary writer, storyteller, and self-published author whose passion for words began in childhood. Writing is the gift God placed in her — something she was born to do.

Known as the Lady of Variety, Anikka expresses herself authentically through memoirs, poetry, spoken word, photography, digital creativity and her real, raw storytelling style.

With over 20 years of personal diaries and written material, Anikka writes with honesty, courage, and emotional truth. Every page reflects her belief that our stories have purpose, and that sharing them can heal not only ourselves but others.

Born and raised in London, Anikka later discovered she is the granddaughter of a Nigerian princess and the great-granddaughter of a king. Her royal heritage added depth to her journey but never defined her — the real crown she carries is her voice, her resilience, and her unwavering commitment to truth.

Beyond writing, Anikka is a Top-Tier Google Maps Reviewer, known for her detailed, honest, and widely viewed reviews. She loves discovering new places, sharing experiences, and supporting businesses through her creative insights. She is also passionate about content creation and photography, capturing life through lenses both visual and emotional.

Anikka continues to develop a range of book projects inspired by her personal diaries, exploring themes such as identity, healing, emotional resilience, relationships, and overcoming narcissistic abuse.

She can be contacted for interviews, collaborations, promotions, and media opportunities via:

E: lov.ladyofvariety@gmail.com
Subject: Book Promotion

Website: www.anikkaforbes.com
Linktree: linktr.ee/anikkaforbes | linktr.ee/ladyofvariety

Qn 1: Can you tell us more about your book What is it about?

From childhood into adulthood, Anikka Forbes the (Lady of Variety) has always been a committed diary writer — pouring her truth, her emotions, and her life experiences onto paper.

Writing has been her God-given gift, the place where she found healing, identity, and her voice long before she ever discovered her royal roots.

The Journey of a Hidden Princess is a deeply personal memoir that follows Anikka’s life growing up in London, navigating family challenges, unanswered questions, and the feeling of being different — right down to her last name.

Through decades of honest diary entries and raw storytelling, she takes readers through heartbreak, hope, self-reflection, and transformation.

In the midst of this journey, Anikka uncovers a truth she never expected: she is the granddaughter of a Nigerian princess and great-granddaughter of a king.

But while her royal heritage shapes part of her identity, it is her writing — her courage to speak her truth — that becomes the real crown she wears.

More than a story of discovering lineage, this memoir is about resilience, faith, healing, and stepping into the woman God always intended her to be. It is for anyone who has ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or unsure of where they belong.

If you believe in purpose, in destiny, and in the power of writing your way through life… Anikka’s story will speak directly to your soul.

Qn 2: Who do you think would be interested in this book, is it directed at any particular market?

The Journey of a Hidden Princess speaks to anyone who has ever searched for identity, meaning, or belonging. While my story includes the discovery of my royal Nigerian heritage, at its core the book is about truth, resilience, and healing — themes that are universal.

This book will resonate with:
• Women of all ages who have faced emotional challenges, family complexities, or felt unseen.
• Readers who love memoirs rooted in real-life transformation and self-discovery.
• People navigating identity or heritage questions, especially those from multicultural or diaspora backgrounds.
• Anyone who has kept diary entries, journaled, or found comfort in writing their truth.
• Individuals on a healing or faith journey, who believe God uses our stories for purpose.

Although the book can be enjoyed by anyone, I wrote it especially for those who have ever felt like they didn’t quite fit into the world around them — because my journey shows that sometimes the place you belong isn’t discovered until much later in life.

Qn 3: Out of all the books in the world, and all the authors, which are your favourite and why?

I confess I am terrible at reading books, but can write galore!

But I’ve always been drawn to authors who write with honesty, vulnerability, and purpose — the ones who aren’t afraid to share the parts of their lives that many people keep hidden.

Writers who tell the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable, inspire me the most because that’s the kind of writer I naturally am.

One of my greatest influences has always been Maya Angelou. Her ability to turn pain into poetry, and truth into empowerment, showed me that writing isn’t just storytelling — it’s healing. Her strength, grace, and wisdom taught me that our experiences, no matter how difficult, hold value when we share them.

I also love authors who write memoirs, particularly those who share their journeys of resilience, identity, and self-discovery.

Their stories remind me that writing can change lives — first our own, and then the lives of others who read our words.

But more than anyone, I am inspired by God as the ultimate author — the one who writes our destinies long before we understand them.

My writing gift comes from Him, and every book I create is guided by that purpose.

So while I admire many authors, the ones who have touched me the deepest are those who, like me, write from the heart, tell their truth with courage, and use their words to help others heal and grow.

Qn 4: What guidance would you offer to someone new, or trying to enhance their writing?

As a non-fiction writer, the biggest piece of guidance I can offer is this: be brave enough to tell your truth. Only share what you’re comfortable with, of course, but understand that your real power as a writer comes from your authenticity.

If you can get to a place where your mindset is, “I don’t give a fck — this is my story, this is my truth,”* then write it. Share it. Own it. We only get one life, and hiding the parts that shaped you doesn’t protect you — it silences you.

No one is perfect. Everyone has a story. And you never know who needs to hear yours. Even if your words empower just one person, encourage one person, or make one person feel less alone — then your writing has already done more than you realise.

Writing isn’t just about crafting sentences; it’s about releasing what’s inside you so it can serve a purpose beyond you. So my advice is simple: write with courage, write with honesty, and write with the intention to heal — yourself and whoever else your story might reach.

Qn 5: Where can our readers find out more about you, do you have a website, or a way to be contacted?

Absolutely — readers can learn more about me in several places.

My main website is:
🌐 https://www.anikkaforbes.com

Here you’ll find my books, updates, blogs, and everything connected to my author journey.

I also have two Linktree pages where people can explore my writing, social media platforms, and all of my creative projects:

🔗 https://linktr.ee/anikkaforbes
🔗 https://linktr.ee/ladyofvariety

For the quickest way to discover more, simply Google me:
Anikka Forbes or #LadyOfVariety
You’ll find interviews, poetry, books, social links, reviews, and all the layers that make up my work.

For collaborations, interviews, promotions, or media enquiries, I can be contacted directly via my Lady of Variety email:

E: lov.ladyofvariety@gmail.com
Subject: Book Promotion

I love connecting with readers and anyone who resonates with my journey or my words.

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