RESOURCES

In 1956, Harper Lee’s friends funded her writing, which helped her finish the manuscript for Go Set a Watchman. Today,

Your first draft should be read by a close community. After they have read it, think over their feedback and

African book publishing is in a rare moment of transformation, according to a new report. It’s an industry that has

There is an argument out there that the category ‘African Writer’ should not exist because it creates a ghetto in

The Island Prize is a literary award that recognises and supports emerging writers from Africa. The prize is administered by

In Rwanda, Save the Children collaborated with education ministries, publishing industry stakeholders, schools, book sellers and libraries in order to

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.

Over 60% of the global population accesses digital content, driving market growth. In Africa, digital publishing offers flexibility, cost efficiency, and wider distribution.

A book deal typically involves an advance, which is a payment made by the publisher to the author before the book is published.

This article explores the obstacles, opportunities, and stakeholders shaping African literary agencies and offers actionable strategies to nurture the continent’s burgeoning book industry.