Kingdom of the Heart
Dr. Zaki’s debut novel.
Dr. Mona Zaki
- Novelist
- Consultant in Strategic Thinking & International Marketing
- President of Soft Power Productions
- Member of Arab Federation for Egyptian Writers
Culture • Strategic Thinking • Soft Power
About Dr. Mona Zaki
Dr. Mona Zaki is an international strategic-thinking and marketing consultant, novelist and cultural advocate. Her work and public engagements address women’s empowerment, cultural reform, cross-cultural dialogue and the role of soft power in shaping the identity and sustainability of developing nations.
She holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Maastricht School of Management and has experience in strategic planning, community development, and consulting for Egyptian and multinational companies on regional and international projects.
Through Soft Power Productions, founded in 2016, she works to support the arts, enrich Egypt’s cultural landscape and encourage cultural dialogue across borders.
Publications & Works
Three Queens from Egypt
A novel also translated into French.
The Warmth of the Chill
Released during the Cairo International Book Fair.
Conferences & Events
Rome • 2026
Echoes of the Present… Legacies of the Future
Dr. Mona Zaki took part in the opening of the second edition of the exhibition “Echoes of the Present… Legacies of the Future” at the Egyptian Academy of Arts in Rome, as part of Rome Art Week 2026. During a related discussion, she highlighted the longstanding cultural ties between Egypt and Rome and the importance of Egyptian-Italian cultural relations. The exhibition welcomed visitors for one month.
She expressed her appreciation to artist Sherine Badr, Chair of Art Today; Ambassador Bassam Rady; and Dr. Rasha Saleh for their support and hospitality.
March 2025
International Women’s Day — Paris
Keynote speaker at a celebration marking International Women’s Day, in connection with the French translation of Three Queens from Egypt.
International
Global conferences and cultural dialogue
Participation in international conferences addressing women’s empowerment, cultural reform and cross-cultural dialogue.
Soft Power
Founded in 2016, Soft Power Productions is presented as a platform dedicated to elevating the arts in society, contributing to Egypt’s cultural landscape and promoting cultural dialogue internationally.
The arts
Elevating the arts in society.
Egypt’s cultural landscape
Contributing to Egypt’s cultural life.
Cultural dialogue
Promoting dialogue across borders.
Media
Interviews, videos, press coverage and selected media appearances.
Interviews
To be added after confirmation.
Videos
To be added after confirmation.
Press coverage
To be added after confirmation.
Contact
Official contact details and invitation enquiries will be added after confirmation.