This year’s submissions cycle will prioritise manuscripts in the Romance genre.
By Helena Olori
Nigeria’s leading indigenous publisher, Masobe Books, has announced the commencement of its submissions window for emerging authors in 2024, as part of its commitment to fostering diverse voices in African literature.
The submissions window, open from February 1st to March 31st, 2024, welcomes previously unpublished manuscripts from emerging authors for consideration, with a focus on compelling stories that not only captivate, enlighten, and entertain readers, but also reflect the diverse perspectives of the continent.
While this year’s submissions cycle will prioritise Romance, interested authors can also explore a wide range of genres, such as fiction, non-fiction, historical fiction, mystery, science fiction, and fantasy.
Entries must include the first three chapters of the manuscript, alongside a cover letter containing a brief author bio, a detailed synopsis of the work, and contact information. Submissions should adhere to standard manuscript format, double-spaced, with a 12-point font.
To submit a manuscript, visit www.masobebooks.com/submissions/ and click on the “Submit Manuscript” link.
Entries will be reviewed by the Masobe Books’ editorial team based on the manuscript’s originality, style, and thematic depth. Authors whose works resonate successfully with the specified criteria will be notified within 8 to 16 weeks from the March 1st submission deadline.
Further information, updates and announcements will be made available on the Masobe Books website as well as their social media platforms on Instagram and X.