At Ririro, we believe in the power of stories to shape how we see the world—and how we grow within it. Stories help us understand different cultures, learn moral lessons, connect with nature, or simply escape into a world of imagination. Whether you’re a child discovering fairy tales or an adult revisiting beloved classics, reading has a proven positive impact on emotional development, vocabulary, focus, and lifelong learning.
That’s why Ririro.com is on a mission to make reading accessible to everyone, everywhere. We offer a wide collection of free, read-aloud children’s stories that are easy to access online. It’s our ambition to create a library that has something for every age, every interest, and—eventually—every language. We believe reading should be a right, not a privilege, and we’re committed to making sure that anyone who wants to read can do so without cost.
Though Ririro is based in the Netherlands, our dedicated team works from around the globe, united by the shared goal of spreading the joy of reading far and wide. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or curious reader, we invite you to explore our growing library and join us in making stories free and accessible to all.
Meet our team
Olga Makina – Co-founder
As a passionate reader and mother of curious young minds, Olga has always turned to stories as a way to explore ideas and learn. Her home is filled with book. With a deep belief that storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for learning, she weaves stories into daily life—not just as entertainment, but as a way to teach values, cultures, and perspectives. Now, she envisions building a global library of stories that every child and parent can access—regardless of where they live or what language they speak—because she believes every family deserves the joy of shared stories.
Pim Coffeng – Co-founder
Pim is a proud father of two boys and a lifelong lover of stories. With a background in building and growing international websites, he combines his technical expertise with a deep passion for reading and learning. Pim firmly believes that stories are essential tools for both children and adults to understand the world and engage in meaningful conversations. Driven by this belief, he dreams of building a platform that hosts thousands of stories from around the globe in hundreds of languages—making storytelling accessible, inclusive, and free for everyone.