Brittle Paper Reveals 2024 African Literary Excellence Award
The Brittle Paper Awards celebrates individuals and organisations that create space for African literary culture.
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Demystifying Royalties: A Guide for Authors and Publishers
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Publishing Futures: A study of the publishing landscapes in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda and Zimbabwe
A new study by the British Council examines trade publishing and literature sectors in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, and Zimbabwe, showcasing innovation and resilience.
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African Initiatives Advancing Digital Publishing on the Continent
Over 60% of the global population accesses digital content, driving market growth. In Africa, digital publishing offers flexibility, cost efficiency, and wider distribution.
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Anchor News: What is a Book Deal?
A book deal typically involves an advance, which is a payment made by the publisher to the author before the book is published.
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The State of Literary Agencies in Africa: A Focus on Children’s Books
This article explores the obstacles, opportunities, and stakeholders shaping African literary agencies and offers actionable strategies to nurture the continent’s burgeoning book industry.
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Rabat named World Book Capital for 2026
Home to the third largest international book and publishing fair in Africa, Rabat will kick off the year of celebrations on 23 April 2026, on World Book and Copyright Day.
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The Hausa International Book and Arts Festival 2024 begins on 19 December 2024
Sada Malumfashi founded and curated the Hausa International Book and Arts Festival to showcase the best contemporary African literature, poetry, music, art, film, and theatre in Hausa.
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CANEX Writing Workshop Alum wins INCM/Angola Literature Prize
Israel Campos, a participant in the 2024 CANEX Creative Writing Workshop, has won the second Imprensa Nacional-Casa da Moeda/Angola Literature Prize for Baloiço de Memória.
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2024 African Small Publishers Catalogue Celebrates Independent Presses
The sixth edition of the African Small Publishers Catalogue showcases over 60 publishers from across Africa.
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