She is a writer, journalist, and sociologist with a Ph.D. from the Polish Academy of Sciences. She is a graduate of the Polish School of Reportage and the founder of the Louder Reporters’ Group. She was a resident fellow of the Pismo Foundation. In 2017, she initiated the research-reportage project ‘Lights of a Small Town,’ which depicted the lives of Poles in the smallest towns. The project was nominated for the Grand Press Cyber award. In 2019, her reportage book ,, Z miłości? To współczuję. Opowieści z Omanu’’ was published, nominated for the Kolosy Award among others.
Agata Romaniuk’s stories and reportages are also featured in collections ‘Przewiew. 12 opowieści otwartych’’ and ,,Nadzieja’’. She is also the author of the book ,,Zapalniki zmian. Jak projektować zachowania?’’ (‘Igniters of Change: How to Engineer Behaviors.’). She publishes texts in ,,Duży Format’’, ,,Przekrój’’, ,,Pismo’’, ,,Non/Fiction’’ magazine and ,,Reportagen’’. She conducts workshops on reportage work and behavioral economics.
In March 2021, the first part of her detective series for children, ,,Kocia Szajka. Zagadka zniknięcia śledzi’’ was released. Since then, six more parts of this series have been published, each enjoying equal popularity!
In April 2022, she made her debut as a novelist with ,,Proste równoległe’’, a book wrapped not only in a beautiful story but also in music. She is also the author of a bilingual children’s book titled ,,Bal u lamorożca: Polish-Ukrainian Tales of Friendship’’, published by Zygzaki.
Reviews
“Kocia szajka. Zagadka zniknięcia śledzi”
The author, by using stereotypes and even reversing their meaning, introduces comedic elements into the story. The book is filled with funny gags, witty remarks (which can be successfully quoted later on), and distinctive characters and personalities that make the whole thing even more interesting! Bajkochłonka
„Z miłości? To współczuję. Opowieści z Omanu”
We read these stories in one breath; each subsequent one opens up new compartments in our minds and evokes different yet strong emotions. What I like most about this book is that it raises doubts, showing that nothing is obvious, and nothing can be stated with absolute certainty, prompting reflection. People are different, they need different things, and books like these facilitate understanding and familiarization with something that may seem incomprehensible at first glance. I am impressed that through such books, I can learn about the world.
bardziejlubieksiazki.pl
Agata Romaniuk’s reportage is a delightful read. […] While it may not be a guide to the country, it certainly serves as a guide to Omani souls, customs, and passions. It’s a fascinating read.
kobiecaintuicja.com