Submit Your First Book to Wonderful Books: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kenyan Authors

Why Wonderful Books Is the Platform for Kenyan Authors

If you’ve written a book — whether it’s a novel, a children’s story, a self-help guide, or a collection of poems — you already know that getting it into readers’ hands is the real challenge. That’s where Wonderful Books comes in. As Kenya’s #1 digital book streaming platform, we make it simple for authors in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and beyond to upload their work and reach thousands of subscribers who are hungry for fresh, local content. No need for expensive print runs or complicated distribution deals. Just your manuscript, a few details, and a few minutes of your time.

Step 1: Create Your Author Account

Head over to wonderfulbooks.africa and click the ‘Sign Up’ button. You’ll need an email address and a password. If you prefer using your phone — and most Kenyans do — the site is fully mobile-friendly. Once you’ve confirmed your email, log in and navigate to the ‘Author Dashboard’. This is your home base. Here you’ll manage your profile, track your submissions, and later see your book’s performance. Don’t forget to upload a professional author photo and write a short bio. Readers love to know who’s behind the words.

Step 2: Prepare Your Manuscript and Cover

Before you hit ‘Submit’, make sure your manuscript is ready. Wonderful Books accepts .pdf, .epub, and .docx files. If you’re unsure about formatting, stick with a clean .pdf — it preserves your layout perfectly. Your book cover should be a high-resolution image (at least 1500 x 2500 pixels) in either .jpg or .png format. If you don’t have a designer, consider using Canva — it’s free and works well on Kenyan internet speeds. Remember, your cover is the first thing readers see. Make it count.

Step 3: Choose Your Category and Pay the Submission Fee

Wonderful Books organises content into categories like Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children’s Books, Romance, Thrillers, a