South african fiction publishing houses

A lot of time and effort goes into developing and building longterm relationships with our authors. Penguin fiction and umuzi are fiction imprints of penguin random house south africa. Higgs, also wrote a rough guide to smallscale and selfpublishing 2005, centre for the book and the south african small publishers catalogue edited with maire fisher, 2006, centre for the book has consistently championed smallscale, self and independent publishing in south africa. In south africa, jacana medias new imprint is investing in. We have a special focus on true stories and childrens fiction, but we also publish christian teaching, poetry, daily devotionals and much more. 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. The adventures of malawi, a debut novel by young author tshiamo noko. We will accept works of speculative fiction, mythopoeia, personal history, slipstream, literary criticism, rural fantasy, modern aphorisms, romantic horror, or any type of literature that does not fall under a clearcut category, so long as the narrative stimulates discussion about literary aesthetics and the need for our current literature to. Moonshine cove publishing, llc is a small independent publisher of both fiction and non fiction based in the appalachian foothills region of south carolina. We form collaborative relationships with our authors to develop, produce, market, and sell books. African publishing is gaining a higher global profile early in 2019. We publish short stories, novels, memoir, biography, poetry, essays, narrative. We believe that personal attention is key to maintaining these.

Jonathan ball publishers also act as agents for british and american publishers, marketing and distributing books on their behalf in southern africa. Possibilities for fiction publishing on the continent have opened up beyond south africa, to kenya, nigeria, zimbabwe and uganda. Kwarts publishers recently had the privilege of helping the year old tshiamo to selfpublish her first book, the adventures of. As mentioned, in south africa, most publishers will accept a manuscript. Operating since 1983, we specialize in nonfiction in the areas of history, travel, cooking,recreation, photography, natural history, and folklore. Publish a book with penguin penguin books south africa. African books collective abc is an african owned, worldwide marketing and distribution outlet for books from africa scholarly, literature and childrens books. Scm is the distributor in south africa for some of the top christian publishers in the world, including thomas nelson, charisma media, destiny image, faithwords, messenger international and lifeway christian resources. Azarel, the founderceo launched the company with her own selfpublished title. Sula books is an innovative and experienced south african book distribution company. Publishing from 1991, this is a blackowned concern which, alongside the books it publishes for schools, has taken on some interesting trade titles, both nonfiction and fiction, such as zakes mdas 1995. May 07, 2014 aionios books is a partner publishing company.

Umuzi, picador africa and kwela independent publisher. The press has also taken a leading role in publishing a wide range of new work in african american, asian american, latino, gay and lesbian, and native american studies, as well as work by. What is important to them, however, is their individual mission and the drive behind their creation. Are you a south african author searching for a publisher. Penguin non fiction and zebra press are non fiction imprints of penguin random house south africa. David philip remains a leading name in contemporary south african fiction, with a. Apr 17, 2017 publishing companies specializing in science fiction, romance, fantasy, and short stories are always looking for new authors. Then send your cover letter according to the specification of the imprints website. The jacana literary foundation jlf is a notforprofit organisation which seeks to promote and foster excellent writing from south and southern africa through a number of initiatives. Collected poems by gabriel okara nebraska university press along with publishing a first book by an emerging new african poet each year, the africa book fund has also committed to publishing a. Please select a country afghanistan albania algeria american samoa andorra angola anguilla antarctica antigua and barbuda argentina armenia aruba australia austria azerbaijan.

We are not a vanity press, subsidy publisher or socalled selfpublisher meaning our authors do not pay us anything at all to have their books published. Tu publishing is an independent imprint publishing diverse fantasy, science fiction, and mystery for middle grade and young adult readers. Jacana media book publishing company in south africa. Your book will only be considered by penguin books south africa. A boutique publisher with a special focus on local kids. Manuscript submissions verity publishers south africa. We are a young creative team of passionate publishers, journalists and graphic designers who focus on creating quality, proudly south. How not to talk about african fiction books the guardian.

Operating since 1983, we specialize in nonfiction in the areas of history. Bk publishing is a vibrant publishing house in the heart of pretoria. In south africa, jacana medias new imprint is investing. If so, the key to new novels from african writers seems to be the fresh use of historical fiction to articulate a new future. In south africa, many publishers accept manuscripts directly from writers. Publishing companies accepting new authors for fiction pen. If you do not have a full manuscript to submit, dont panic, you can submit the first 4. The publishers association of south africa aims to. The jacana literary foundation jlf is a notforprofit organisation which seeks to promote and foster excellent writing from south and southern africa through. Jonathan ball publishers is the leading publishers and distributors of english general books in south africa. Go to the directory of south african publishing companies to see a list of south african publishing houses and south african publishing services companies sorted by category. New africa books history starts with david philip publishers, which was. Abc is a collective owned by its founder publishers. Listing 1 to 10 of 34 south african publishing houses page 1 of 4 of all the publishing companies listed in the south african publishers directory this is a list of all publishers in south africa.

Quickfox publishing is a leading custom publishing company in south africa. Here are six africanamerican publishers who remain in the trade, committed to sharing highquality literature and nonfiction to challenge and inform. We publish narrative non fiction politics, current. Agents work to sell your books into a variety of publishing houses, in return for a. Numerous african writers are getting the star treatment from top publishers abroad for their latest works. Jun 18, 2018 african publishing houses, like anywhere in the world, vary between physical and digital, ones that focus on fiction or nonfiction, adult or childrens literature. If you are writing nonfiction, a table of contents and a few chapters are usually. 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. Through generous project funding, the jlf is able to publish literature that otherwise would not be published due to its commercial viability. Verity publishers is currently developing juvenile fiction and nonfiction titles with special preference for works written in line with south african dept of basic educations caps guidelines for foundation. South african publishing houses including penguin random house sa, pan macmillan, jonathan ball, nb publishers fiction publishers. Sandlapper publishing is a regional, independent publisher and distributor of books about the south, primarily south carolina.

African publishing houses, like anywhere in the world, vary between physical and digital, ones that focus on fiction or nonfiction, adult or childrens literature. Modjaji books is the only other independent publisher that publishes both fiction and nonfiction. Most overseas publishers, including the penguin group. Book publishing companies largest listings of book. Top 7 blackowned book publishers that you should know. List of south african publishers listing 1 to 10 of 34 south african publishing houses. List of christian publishers the christian writers corner. A few tips on getting published exclusive books blog. Scm is the distributor in south africa for some of the top christian publishers in the world, including thomas. The history of publishing in south africa is enmeshed with the culture of.

Sula book distributors south african book distribution company. A short history of south african publishers building a book. Childrens books activity books baby and toddler childrens fiction childrens nonfiction picture books south african. Book publisher, book publishers taking submissions, california book publishers.

Scripts drama, film or television religionspiritual. Our experienced sales team calls on bookstores countrywide, ensuring maximum sales of your book. Higgs, also wrote a rough guide to smallscale and selfpublishing 2005, centre for the book and the south african small publishers catalogue edited with maire fisher, 2006, centre for the book has. Quickfox publishing is your professional book publishing partner. Book publishers in south carolina book publishing directory. Electronic versions of your full manuscript should be in one file and not separate chapters. 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.

We offer various publishing, corporate and creative services to the public. This ultimately built her confidence in pursuing a career in african american literature. Established in 2003, this publishing company offers a variety of african american literature including contemporary fiction, womens fiction, urban street literature, and more. Pasa is the largest publishing industry body in south africa, and is committed to creativity, literacy, the free flow of ideas and encouraging a culture of reading. Struik christian media scm publishes and distributes christian books in south africa. Please do add our details on your list of christian publishers. Childrens book press cbp publishes bilingual books. Nov 23, 2017 the nigerian publishing house cassava republic acquired international publication rights to the novel, and released it in south africa, kenya, germany, britain and earlier this year in the united. In marketing african fiction, the conventional practice among publishers both in africa and the west has. Jun 19, 2018 the press has also taken a leading role in publishing a wide range of new work in african american, asian american, latino, gay and lesbian, and native american studies, as well as work by and about other minority groups. In the second part of the made in africa series, i am talking to a few. A wave of new fiction from nigeria, as young writers. Fiction publishing companies of south africa publishersglobals list of south african publishing houses that publish fiction books, ebooks, magazines.

Publishers by subjects childrens 893 art 808 business 776 fiction 659 education 579 list of all. Imagnary house is a publisher and bookstore of creative childrens and young adult fiction in south africa. T he history of modern african fiction is essentially 100 years of branding disaster. South african writer marlene van niekerks 2004 masterpiece agaat.

List of south african publishers listing 31 to 34 of 34 south african publishing houses. We publish around 3050 carefully selected titles per year and distribute to christian bookshops across the uk. We offer a professional onestop book publishing service, as well as standalone editorial, graphic design, typesetting, production. Promote and protect the rights and responsibilities of the publishing sector in south africa. We offer a professional onestop book publishing service, as well as standalone editorial, graphic design, typesetting, production, printing, ebook and distribution services for authors and companies who seek professional input, highquality production, and a team who. Penguin random house south africa publishes general fiction, literary fiction. Founded in 2011, kwarts publishers has come a long way and today we have published books for more than 140 authors, many of whom have come back to publish a second and third book. Here is a short list of christian publishers and a link to their websites and submission guidelines when available. Mar 02, 2016 tu publishing is an independent imprint publishing diverse fantasy, science fiction, and mystery for middle grade and young adult readers. Book publishers taking submissions book publishing companies. We specialise in south african history, politics and current affairs. With a little due diligence, finding a publisher specific to your genre and writing style is an email click away. Ulysses press is a small house focusing on niche markets.