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Authors & Publishers

Publish Stories That Inspire
the Next Generation

Reach families, schools, and young readers across Africa through BooksByAma. Your stories deserve a platform that amplifies their impact.

50,000+Young Readers
150+Authors
200+Partner Schools
Why Choose Us

Why Publish With BooksByAma?

We are more than a platform; we are a mission-driven partner dedicated to growing the next generation of African readers.

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Reach a Growing Audience

Your books reach over 50,000 active young readers and a rapidly growing community of families and schools across Africa.

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Expand Across Africa

BooksByAma operates across multiple African countries. Your stories reach children in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and beyond.

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Support Literacy

Join a platform with a social mission. Every book published on BooksByAma contributes to improving childhood literacy across the continent.

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Digital-First Distribution

We handle the digital distribution so you can focus on writing. Your books are available instantly to readers on any device, anywhere.

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Dedicated Partnership

You are never alone. Every partner gets a dedicated account manager and full onboarding support from our editorial team.

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Long-Term Growth

Build a lasting presence. Analytics, reader feedback, and ongoing promotions help your titles grow in reach and impact over time.

Open to Everyone

Who Can Partner With Us?

BooksByAma welcomes a wide range of content creators and organisations committed to inspiring young readers.

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Children's Book Authors

Independent and established authors writing for children aged 2–16.

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Publishers

Publishing houses with existing catalogues of quality children's titles.

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Illustrators

Visual artists who bring stories to life with original illustration and artwork.

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Educational Writers

Educators and curriculum developers creating learning-focused content for children.

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Schools

Schools developing original reading material for their students and communities.

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NGOs & Literacy Orgs

Non-profits and organisations committed to promoting literacy across Africa.

How It Works

The Publishing Process

Getting published on BooksByAma is simple, transparent, and supported every step of the way.

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Submit Your Manuscript

Complete our online submission form and upload your manuscript, illustrations, and supporting materials. We accept all standard file formats.

Start Here
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Content Review

Our editorial team carefully reviews your submission for quality, age-appropriateness, and alignment with our literacy mission. We aim to respond within 2–4 weeks.

2–4 Weeks
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Partnership Approval

Upon approval, we finalise your partnership agreement, discuss terms, and prepare your content for publication. Our team guides you through every detail.

Agreement
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Publication on BooksByAma

Your book goes live on the BooksByAma platform. We handle formatting, metadata, cover display, and categorisation to ensure maximum discoverability.

Go Live
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Reach Readers

Your story is now in the hands of thousands of young readers across Africa. Track engagement through our partner analytics and watch your impact grow.

Impact!
Partner Benefits

Everything You Need to Succeed

When you partner with BooksByAma, you get more than distribution. You get a full support system built for creative success.

  • Wider Reach

    Instant access to 50,000+ active readers across Africa through our mobile-first platform.

  • Professional Exposure

    Featured promotions, author spotlights, and placement in curated reading lists for maximum visibility.

  • Easy Submission Process

    A streamlined, fully online process. Submit, review, approve — no unnecessary bureaucracy.

  • Digital Publishing Opportunities

    Tap into the growing digital reading market across Africa without managing the technology yourself.

  • Collaboration with BooksByAma

    Work alongside our editorial and marketing team to promote your title and grow your readership.

  • Real-Time Analytics

    Access reader engagement data, download counts, and performance reports through your partner dashboard.

Apply to Become a Partner
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about publishing on BooksByAma. Still have questions? Contact our team.

BooksByAma is open to independent children's book authors, professional publishers, illustrators, educational content writers, schools, NGOs, and literacy-focused organisations. We welcome both established and first-time creators, provided their content meets our quality and age-appropriateness standards.

Start Your Journey

Let's Inspire Young Readers
Together

Join over 150 authors and publishers already making a difference on BooksByAma. Your stories have the power to shape the next generation of African readers.

No upfront fees
Response within 2 business days
Dedicated editorial support