Small details. Human stories.
Care in
every corner.
A world of curious observations, quiet care and the stories we leave behind. Welcome to Mr. Shine.
Created by
Márcio Fialho Ribeiro
Stories
leave
marks.
Preferably not
on the carpet.
The universe
Every space
has a story.
Mr. Shine is the fictional cleaning and care world of the Bobverse. Its favourite subjects are the things everyday life leaves in plain sight.
Work, cultural differences and the unexpected intimacy of looking after a space become moments of humour and connection. There is a person behind every routine—and usually a story behind the sofa.
Care travels, too.
The same spirit of care reaches the fictional cabins and lounges of Wonder Air. Two corners of one imagined universe, connected by the small gestures that make people feel welcome.
Meet Zander
An eye for detail.
A soft spot for life.
An anthropomorphic raccoon at the heart of Mr. Shine, Zander brings curiosity, humour and a gentle sense of care to the everyday.
Through his world, ordinary routines invite a second look: the work that goes unnoticed, the habits that cross cultures and the little moments that bring us closer.
Because a clean corner is lovely.
A good story is even better.
The book
In preparationWhat Your
Housecleaner
Really Knows
About You
Life, seen from
the other side of the room.
Humorous observations about work, cultural differences and the everyday intimacy of caring for other people’s spaces.
A book about the traces of living: the habits we share, the things we overlook and the humanity in an ordinary working day.
In preparation for Amazon.
Release details will be shared when confirmed.
Stay in touch
Some stories
deserve a little shine.
Questions about the book or the Bobverse?
Márcio would love to hear from you.
Have a story of your own?
Share a funny observation or a small moment of care from everyday life. Leave out real names, addresses, employer names and any details that could identify someone.
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