The new gong is a publisher of african books in lagos, nigeria, which marked its debut with remembering ken sarowiwa and other essays by adewale majapearce, and war games, a novel by. Textbook publishing in nig eria ode ninu igbo irunmole by d. When i was based in nigeria as a bbc correspondent, i learnt that the country i was covering had all the complexity and variety of an entire continent. Where to sell ebooks in nigeria literature nigeria. Evans brothers nigeria publishers limited has continued to thrive in the development of high quality educational and curriculum based books as well as leisure books. Lantern books is the number one leading publisher of childrens books in nigeria. Just be sure that theyre really looking for your type of story. Initially the publisher under the british, he oversaw the periods of indigenisation of editorial policy and transition to majority local ownership. This is a story i had wanted to tell a long while ago, but events after my first book publication since 2010 has hindered it. Publishers limited is a kenyan publishing company with offices in uganda and rwanda.
Infoguide nigeria is a multiauthor blog in nigeria founded by ifiokobong ibanga. Lets take a look at the top 10 book publishing companies in nigeria. For this reason, we have prepared a list of the best publishers in abuja for you to choose from. Due to popular demand, i have created a free step by step guide to teach you how to publish your book on kindle. Top nigerian book publishers still active literature nigeria. Hi amarachi, the best thing for you to do is to find publishers located in nigeria. Because of the absence of predetermined qualifications or conditions to be met, book publishing. This research examines the early history of book publishing in nigeria using the onibonje publishers, a sole proprietor and family venture in nigeria, as a case study. How to publish a book in nigeria information guide in. Its imprint, lantern books, is a household name in nigeria and west africa. We publish and market ebooks to the world and promote same that the authors can make a living from their creativity. With 24 titles on its list including the work of chimamanda ngozi adichie the company is leading a revolution in the movement to publish. Get in touch thanks to the contact details provided such us phone numbers, websites, address and opening times. Where to sell ebooks in nigeria literature nairaland.
Amazon doesnt restrict publishing rights to countries it has an online site. Oct 01, 2015 leading books activist koko kalango launched her get nigeria reading again campaign in 2005 and founded the port harcourt book festival three years later, with the idea of getting people back. This was a big success as the text was used in schools in western nigeria. He holds a bs degree, with a major in biochemistry. We publish all genres including childrens books and audio. That said, i highly recommend looking for publishing firms in nigeria. Aigboje higo enjoys a reputation as nigerias most eminent and highly respected publisher. I have published two books on amazon kindle store in the past as a nigerian, but im no longer enthusiastic about publishing. Aug 20, 2010 established in 2004, farafina books has become one of nigerias leading independent literary publishers. The team comprises professionals and consultants from different fields of human endeavour. Publishing and selling your book on amazon kindle in nigeria the good, the bad and the ugly.
Book publishers of nigeria list of book publishing. 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. E book publishers of nigeria listing all 4 e 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 e book publishers. According to unesco, this is an important index of standard of living, education, and of a countrys selfawareness. Dennis abrams is a contributing editor for publishing perspectives, responsible for news, childrens publishing and media. Publishers who believe in ebooks for literacy worldreader. Book publishing in nigeria is essentially a private sector affair. Publishers in ibadan, oyo, nigeria browse by category showing results 1 10 of 10 to get more results, select a specific city, town or area. 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. Mar 30, 2014 how to selfpublish a book in nigeria in five easy steps. Through communication, it challenges the authority involved which are presumed to be socially responsible for. Today we are going to take a look at the different publishing companies in nigeria. Graduke publishers botsotso publishing botsotso is a grouping of poets, writers and artists who wish to both create art as well as to generate the means for its public.
The association provides a forum through which publishers come together and deliberate on various issues affecting the publishing. 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 ltd, all of which are affiliated with international groups. However, with the recent establishment of book selling businesses either print or electronic, it is logical to say nigerians read. Evans brothers nigeria publishers ltd, ibadan, nigeria. It is a doityourself ebook publishing portal which makes your book. What are the obstacles to ebook publishing in nigeria.
Publishers by media newspaper 3199 book 2240 e book 1096. A brief political history of the nigerian army ebook edition. Issues in book publishing in nig eria essays in honour of aigboje higo at 70 edited by f. Publishing here would mean your books are on the amazon kindle store and at the fingertips of many ebook users. This page lists the number of book titles published per country per year from various sources. It is a rallying point for all book, journals, and electronic publishers in the country since its inception.
Founder of the nigerian publishers association, his long association was with heinemann in nigeria. Jun 03, 2015 introduction book publishing in nigeria is essentially private and unregulated nigerian publishers association the main professional body for book publishers was established in 1965. Nairaland forum entertainment literature where to sell ebooks in nigeria 5255 views download over 170 ebooks training on how to publish ebooks through amazon kdp and make dollars useful free ebooks. Preprimary, primary, juniorsenior secondary and tertiary as well as leisure and general readership. Two nigerian ebook startups prepare to challenge okada the. Infinity home self publishing book ebook publisher. For this reason, we have prepared a list of the best publishers in ibadan for you to choose from. Our publishing house is on a mission to redefine book publishing in nigeria and beyond, and help independent authors achieve their literary dreams. 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. This is a story i had wanted to tell a long while ago, but events after my first. Membership is open to publishers registered as limited liability companies in nigeria that have published a stipulated number of books. Find addresses, telephones, contacts and locations. Book publishing in nig eria is essentially a private sector affair. Unqualified author publishers, poor production, inadequate distribution, and lack of capital are all evident.
For more than half of the 56 years since independence, nigeria was directly ruled by a military government, largely composed of army officers. Publishing and selling your book on amazon kindle in nigeria the. Over the years we have established a distinctive presence in the nigerian and african book market. Established in 2004, farafina books has become one of nigeria s leading independent literary publishers. See all the lantern book stores in lagos and in nigeria. University press plc in place of oxford university press. List of best book publishers in nigeria, top book publishers in nigeria, book publishers near me, best book publishers. List of educational and book publishers in lagos nigeria. His focus areas are technology and innovation, and pharmaceutical technology. I know that some of you may be wondering why i am writing this kind of article like you have all the news websites online why listing publishing houses again. Kachifo limited is an independent nigerian publishing house set up in 2004 to. Just last september publiseer launched, offering a uniquely positioned self publishing portal for writers and, wait for it, musicians. This is a story i had wanted to tell a long while ago, but events after my first book publication since 2010 had hindered it.
Top 10 publishing companies in nigeria best book publishers. Hubris a brief political history of the nigerian army ebook edition. Book publishers in nigeria list of book publishers nigeria. Bob is a senior editor and content development manager at nigerian law intellectual property watch. Publishers know that it is difficult to make a breakthrough producing other books apart from school texts. Evans brothers nigeria publishers limited has continued to thrive in the development of high quality educational and curriculum. Publishing and selling your book on amazon kindle in. About black tower publishers black tower global enterprise is a company, which runs the mainline online and traditional publishing organization. List of best book publishers in lagos, nigeria, top book publishers in lagos, nigeria, book publishers near me, best book publishers. The company has a subsidiary company called nelson publishers which it acquired in 2004.
A discussion of the advantages of having a welldeveloped indigenous publishing industry follows, along with recommendations for establishing and promoting such an. Aigboje higo enjoys a reputation as nigeria s most eminent and highly respected publisher. The onibonje publishers experience after 50 years iwu juliana james iwu juliana james is a librarian at covenant university, in canaanland, ota, ogun state, nigeria. In the case of a good example of an online publishing site is the amazon. Book publishing in nigeria has seen some development. Ebscohost serves thousands of libraries with premium essays, articles and other content including book publishing in nigeria.
In addition, you can have a look at comments and valuations from other writers to know how happy they are with their publications. Evans brothers nigeria publishers ltd home facebook. Literamed has in its stable over 400 titles of books all widely accepted in nigerian schools. Again, if you are in nigeria, join the association of nigerian authors ana where regular readings and critical analyses will help you to improve and the regular competitions will challenge you to do your best. Though farafina continues to struggle against the limitations of publishing in nigeria, notably poor. 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. Nairaland forum entertainment literature book publishing in nigeria 25152 views ebook publishing in nigeria how does it help authors and our future. We publish and markets books for all levels of education i.
The art of publishing in nigeria still needs some adjustment in order to make publishing reachable to many nigerians who wish to publish. There are over 100 book publishers in nigeria, with ibadan and lagos as major publishing centres. Forget selfpublishing until your works have been well edited. Ebook publishers of nigeria list of ebook publishing. Macmillan nigeria publishers is principally a publisher of educational books. Americanah by chimamanda ngozi adichie, things fall apart by chinua achebe, half of a yellow sun by chimamanda ngozi adichie, p. Many countries have embraced ebook publishing but the uptake of this technology is slow or perhaps nonexistent in nigeria. Self publish your book with infinity publishing a top rated self publishing company with global distribution through amazon and ingram.
Book publishers in lagos, nigeria list of book publishers. Ebook publishers in lagos state literature nigeria. The nigerian book publishing industry is one that is overlooked by many, probably because it is widely portrayed that nigerians dont read. This no doubt explains the preponderance of textbook publishing in nigeria. A discussion of the advantages of having a welldeveloped indigenous publishing. Problems and prospects of book publishing in nigeria. Should i go for kindle direct publishing kdp or should i opt for the kindle ebook version. How to receive my amazon kindle direct publishing revenue 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. Home page nigerian publishers association nigerian. Problems of the book publishing industry in nigeria. Opportunities, challenges of book publishing in nigeria in an era of e books. The npa is the only collective voice of publishers in nigeria. Malthouse press limited is a center for publishing services located in surulere, lagos.
The online publishers association of nigeria was founded in may 2010 and duly registered at the corporate affairs commission cac of the federal republic of nigeria on 14th of november 2011 by some discerning professionals who felt the time had come to define standards for the fastest growing engagement platform in our generation. Read the problems and prospects of book publishing in nigeria. Rasmed publications limited is one of the leading book publishing firm based in abuja, with services in book publishing, printing and procurement of good, qualitative educational and scientific materials. Due to its notorious status as a match, many struggle themselves to turn out victorious but as said, it is not without any demands. But if some of these publishers seem to be an excellent match for your work, then you should contact them. Jan 08, 2020 callofduty warzone is a celebrated game played by many, despite the many challenges and challenges players face to acquire this game. 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. Nigerian primary school population is about 105 million. 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. How to publish a book in nigeria information guide in nigeria. Kunle sogbehin, stated that the fact of e books already taking roots in nigeria is not to be contested, but advised local publishers to embrace it for their own good, as it signified the future of publishing. Publiseer is a digital publishing platform tailored to meet the growing needs of independent african authors and artists.
Evans publishers limited is an educational publishing firm working particularly on school textbooks from preprimary school to university education works. The art of publishing in nigeria still needs some adjustment in order to make publishing reachable to many nigerians who wish to publish their work. The mau mau research center moran publishers moran e. Publishing and selling your book on amazon kindle in nigeria. Publiseer free book and music publishing publiseer is an absolutely free, easy to use, digital publishing. Nigeria shares with other developing countries a variety of problems in providing adequate numbers of highquality books.
Welcome to hebn publishers plc, established in nigeria as a sales outlet of heinemann educational books, uk in 1962. Amazon kindle device is an ebook reader produced by that enable users to shop for, download, browse and read books, newspapers, magazines. Using the swot analysis, the research looks at some of the strengths, challenges, basic problems and opportunities associated with the book publishing in nigeria. How can an author from nigeria selfpublish an ebook on amazon. The new gong publishers of new african fiction, poetry. Our titles have quickly become easily recognisable, with their distinctive readerfriendly design and packaging.
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