Literamed has in its stable over 400 titles of books all widely accepted in nigerian. To submit material for consideration, please send the material to. Associate membership is reserved for individuals or organizations with an outstanding record of service to african publishing. The publishers and distributors listed on this page are publishers and distributors in africa and around the world that either focus exclusively on africarelated books or publish a significant number of books on africa each year. I started publishing in 1996 when i found that there was a dearth of quality books in the country. Sons of issachar concepts is a transformational firm that offers strategy, publishing. With 24 titles on its list including the work of chimamanda ngozi adichie the. Black tower publishers nig ltd book publishing, manuscript. It can be hard to determine if they are open or shut to submissions, and when you should submit. However, with the recent establishment of book selling businesses either print or electronic, it is logical to say nigerians read. Aug 20, 2010 established in 2004, farafina books has become one of nigerias leading independent literary publishers. Black tower publishers nig ltd could be your answer.
Okadabooks the innovative platform revolutionising book. A discussion of the advantages of having a welldeveloped indigenous publishing industry follows, along with recommendations for establishing and promoting such an. What is the history of book publishing in nigeria answers. The association provides a forum through which publishers come together and deliberate on various issues affecting the publishing industry and the book trade at large.
So if you have a story to tell, let us help you to get it published. Literamed publications nigeria ltd, a leading childrens book publisher in nigeria was incorporated in 1969. For you to have the best experience on, we recommend using the current versions of firefox, chrome, safari, or. Evans publishers nigeria ltd is in association with the evans publishing group uk.
The company has a subsidiary company called nelson publishers which it acquired in 2004. The publishers and distributors listed on this page are publishers and distributors in africa and around the world that either focus exclusively on africarelated books or publish a significant number of books. The 20 acquisition of manson publishing positioned crc press as one of the top three veterinary publishers in the world, while the acquisition of the book publishing assets of quality medical publishing qmp rounded out the crc press medical portfolio, adding vibrantly illustrated aesthetic and plastic surgery books and dvds to an already. Book publishing in nigeria is one of the oldest businesses in the history of the nation. Jun 26, 2017 publishers accepting submissions from authors now. Our book printing house will work with you based on your budget, and still give your project the professional look it deserves. Dennis abrams is a contributing editor for publishing perspectives, responsible for news, childrens publishing and media. Our publishing house is on a mission to redefine book publishing in nigeria and beyond, and help independent authors achieve their literary dreams.
Problems and prospects of book publishing in nigeria. Book publishers of nigeria listing all 10 book publishers listed in the nigerian publishers directories page 1 of 1 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of nigeria that are listed under book publishers. Olympia publishers cannot be held responsible for the loss, damage or nonreturn of any material sent to us in hardcopy or otherwise. Kwela books, another imprint of nb publishers, is a small publishing house set up in 1994 that specializes in both fiction and nonfiction african writing. They are based out of atlanta, georgia, and specialize in publishing childrens books. Nigerian primary school population is about 105 million. Literamed is nigerias current leading children book publisher. Read the problems and prospects of book publishing in nigeria. Committed to publishing great books, connecting readers and authors globally, and spreading the love of reading. It was established in 1969 and currently is nigeria s leading. With a promising academia and scholarship, which such milestone institution was bound to generate, some of the leading publishers.
It is a rallying point for all book, journals, and electronic publishers in the country since its inception. Sep 20, 2017 it is true what is said of necessity, of it being the mother of invention. Nigeria shares with other developing countries a variety of problems in providing adequate numbers of highquality books. Nigeria does not lack literary talent, but still, books written by native authors and further still, published by nigerian publishing houses, are incredibly rare. You will find different publishers and some will be willing to help you with ideas and tips on writing a book. These are 17 publishers who are actively seeking christian manuscripts of all stripes and genres. How a boutique nigerian book publisher is breaking into the us market. Listing all 10 book publishers listed in the directory of nigerian publishers verbatim communications limited.
Home page nigerian publishers association nigerian. Evans publishers initiated the inspire campaign in 2004. There are over 100 book publishers in nigeria, with ibadan and lagos as major publishing centres. Top 10 publishing companies in nigeria best book publishers. Some publishers open and close their doors to submissions on a routine basis. Nigeria has had a fairly robust book publishing history starting from the establishment of university college, ibadan uci in 1948. The nigerian book publishing industry is one that is overlooked by many, probably because it is widely portrayed that nigerians dont read. Opportunities, challenges of book publishing in nigeria in. We have developed sound and successful lines for the preprimary, primary, secondary, teacher training, tertiary and general readership categories, with focus on the nigerian. Though farafina continues to struggle against the limitations of publishing in nigeria, notably poor.
With 24 titles on its list including the work of chimamanda ngozi adichie the company is leading a revolution in the movement to publish books by africans for africans. Publishers know that it is difficult to make a breakthrough producing other books apart from school texts. Literamed has in its stable over 400 titles of books all widely accepted in nigerian schools. Our publishing house is on a mission to redefine book publishing in nigeria.
By publishing textbooks by established authors in line with approved curriculums to story books which serve as a springboard for young readers, lantern books. Nigerian publishing companies in the city of lagos, nigeria. University press plc in place of oxford university press. Book publishing companies is a fully searchable database of book publisher listings. Its imprint, lantern books, is a household name in nigeria and west africa. Beltam publishers nig ltd is a book publishing outfit based in lagos, publishing textbooks for nursery and primary schools. Top 10 publishing companies in nigeria best book publishers in. Nairaland forum entertainment literature top book publishers in nigeria 674 views best book publishers in nigeria offers publishing contract top five book publishers in nigeria how to avoid being scammed by vanity publishers 1. Top five book publishers in nigeria literature nigeria. This is the holding entity for evans brothers publishers and its associated companies worldwide. Challenges facing publishing business in nigeria the. Gsap is a christian publishing firm whose main aim is. We notice you are using a browser version that we do not support. Its imprint lantern books is now a household name in nigeria and west africa.
Nigerian book publisher cassava republic is opening shop in the. No need to finish your entire manuscript just submit your wellwritten proposal. The npa is the only collective voice of publishers in nigeria. Publishing a book today is easy with self publishing services that are generally offered for free online. Black tower global enterprise is a company, which runs the mainline online self publishing organization. If you are a firsttime author, you should count on a publishing house to help you with your idea and promote it.
We receive a large number of submissions and because of that please note the following terms and conditions apply when making a submission. They are the publishers of farafina books, prestige books and farafina magazine until suspension of its publication in 2009. Addresses and contact information of publishers in ibadan, oyo, nigeria. We can help you tap into the fast growing online publishing in nigeria, and make your book available to the world through amazon and okadabooks. Most of these publishers are traditional publishers, but i do have a few on this page that are hybrid publishers half self publishing and half traditional publishing and also some that are self publishers. Publishers limited is a publishing company that strives to provide quality information to our readers by publishing and marketing stimulating educational and general reading materials. Book publishing companies largest listings of book. Top 10 publishing companies in nigeria literamed publications nigeria ltd. List of book publishing, magazine publishing, publishers association, publishing agents, desktop publishing, and web publishing companies of nigeria. The following ten publishers, however, are always open to submissions from writers without agents or previous publishing experience. Bookcraft is a dynamic and innovative publishing company, established in nigeria over twentyfive years ago.
They are based out of atlanta, georgia, and specialize in publishing children s books, young adult books, selfhelp titles for parents and educators, and guides to the american south. Bookcraft is a dynamic and innovative publishing company, established in nigeria over twentyfive. Our host of imprintsincluding ballantine bantam dell, del reyspectra, the dial press, lucasbooks, the modern library, random house. Lagos, nigeria literamed publications nigeria ltd, a leading childrens book publisher in nigeria was incorporated in 1969. Top book publishers in nigeria literature nairaland. Instead of buying books made in the country many high brow private schools were not importing.
The new gong publishers of new african fiction, poetry. Book publishing in nigeria has seen some development. It is a registered company limited by guarantee and. Unqualified author publishers, po a discussion of the advantages of. Evans brothers nigeria publishers limited evans profile.
Dotflex books is one of the publishers located in lagos, that specializes in the publication of quality and affordable textbooks for nursery and primary schools in nigeria. Our fearless leaderreader, madeline mcintosh, gives us a peek at some of her favorite booksnovels, business books, memoirs, and everything in between. Lerner books lerner publishing group is one of the nations the uss largest independently owned childrens publishers with more than 5,000 books in print. Jan 01, 2019 the merger with pearson, has resulted in a publishing house which has a glamorous history for producing literary works like no other. Book publishers in nigeria list of book publishers nigeria. No one would agree more with that proverb than an innovator and startup founder like okechukwu ofili, whose frustration with the publishing and distribution industry in nigeria propelled him to create okadabooks, an e publishing platform that is revolutionising book publishing in nigeria. Best book publishers we have in lagos nigeria are see the list of book publishers in lagos nigeria. The company has a subsidiary company called nelson publishers. Kachifo limited is an independent nigerian publishing house set up in 2004 by muhtar bakare to tell our own stories. In the second part of the made in africa series, i am talking to a few publishers and platforms that promote african publishing in the above countries. List of book publishers in lagos nigeria naijaextra. Affiliate membership includes interested persons or organizations which share apnets aims and objectives and belong to the bigger family of publishing. Tanus books limited one of the leading publishing company nigeria located in abuja, that offers publishing, sales and distribution of educational books, as well as supply of digital readers.
Publishing companies in nigeria, where to publish your book in nigeria, how. Evans brothers nigeria publishers limited has continued to thrive in the development of high quality educational and curriculumbased books, as well as leisure books. The chairman is a wellknown and accomplished nigerian. New authors beware of scam agents and publishing sharks. Today, literamed publications limited is nigeria s leading childrens book publisher, and its imprint, lantern books, has become a household name in nigeria and throughout west africa. The largest book publishers are educational publishers, notably university press plc formerly oxford university press nigeria, founded 1949, longman nigeria plc, macmillan nigeria publishers ltd and evans brothers nigeria publishers. For you to have the best experience on, we recommend using the current versions of firefox, chrome, safari, or upgrading to internet explorer 11 or higher. Literamed publications nigeria ltd, a leading childrens book publisher in nigeria was. Lets take a look at the top 10 book publishing companies in nigeria.
This lowcost simplicity, however, has made it a goldmine for shady scam agents and predatory publishers to deceive new authors who are trying to get their book published. Peachtree publishers is a wellrespected independent publisher with good distribution. Bookcraft is a dynamic and innovative publishing company, established in nigeria. Hes also a restaurant critic, literary blogger, and the author of the plays the thing, a complete ya guide to the plays of william shakespeare published by pentian, as well as more than 30 ya biographies and histories for chelsea house publishers. This no doubt explains the preponderance of textbook publishing in nigeria.
There are over 100 book publishers in nigeria, with ibadan and lagos as major. The new gong, is an innovative publishing house working out of lagos, nigeria, which seeks to showcase the best of nigerian writing in english. African publishing houses, like anywhere in the world, vary between physical and digital, ones that. Every time someone asks us, was this book really printed here in nigeria.
Possibilities for fiction publishing on the continent have opened up beyond south africa, to kenya, nigeria, zimbabwe and uganda. African publishing houses to keep your eyes on africa writes. Every publishing house is going to have a different tack on that. This list presents 6 publishers from 4 countries on the continent, all aiming at. Book publishing in nigeria is essentially a private sector affair. Book publishers of nigeria list of book publishing. Before the 1914 amalgamation of the diverse peoples on the geographical entity named nigeria, publishing. Upplc is nigeria s largest and first indigenous book publisher, the foremost publisher nigeria.
Founded in 1925, random house is the proud publishing house of the worlds most acclaimed storytellers, thought leaders, and innovators. Nigerian publishing houses, physical and digital kachifo limited farafina books nigeria kachifo limited is an independent publishing house found in 2004 out of the necessity for african stories to. Publishers have cultivated a wealth of publishing experience having published in east africa for over 40 years. Unqualified author publishers, poor production, inadequate distribution, and lack of capital are all evident. We do not accept academic or foreign language submissions.
Discover thousands of books and authors, plus get exclusives on new releases, bestsellers, and more, at. Over the years we have established a distinctive presence in the nigerian and african book. They have marked their name in almost all sections and genres of literature starting from the childrens book to some of the best classic works. The new gong basically functions as a cooperative of writers leveraging on their own editorial, managerial and technical skills to run a publishing project to produce quality books.
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