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THE STORIES ARE HERE 20 new children’s picture books are officially out, marking a significant milestone for Nigerian children’s publishing. Stories rooted in Nigerian childhood, culture, imagination, and lived experiences are ready to find their way into the world.
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TODAY, WE MAKE HISTORY. Today we officially launch 20 picture books for Nigerian children project. A groundbreaking project celebrating Nigerian childhood, imagination, culture and power of seeing your self in the stories you read.
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20 children’s picture books published 20 Authentic Nigerian stories One historic day 🇳🇬. #ouidabooks #publishedbyouida #childrenspicturebooks📚
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The Bone River is one of thirteen books on the longlist for the 2026 CANEX Prize for Publishing. Real.
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We’re about to make publishing history. On 7 October, 20 children’s picture books will be published in a single day, each rooted in Nigerian childhood, culture, imagination and lived experiences.20 books. 20 stories. One historic day. #NPBP #ChildrensBooks #NigerianPublishing
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WE ARE CHANGING THE NARRATIVE 🇳🇬 What happens when Nigerian children finally see themselves in the stories they read? Their names. Their homes. Their cultures. Their dreams. Introducing 20 Picture Books for Nigerian Children .
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Replying to @TheAnjolajesu
@TheAnjolajesu ‘s father lived with sickle cell and she has turned that experience into LITTLE RIVERS AND SPECIAL BOATS, a children's book introducing sickle cell through imagination, empathy, and story. Read the interview 🎙️ @NteteeFoundatn brittlepaper.com/2026/09/int…
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Meet the women behind Ouida From the publishing desk to the bookstore, Ouida is powered by an all-women team . From bringing stories to life to helping readers find their next favorite book at the bookstore, we’re a team of women with one thing in common: BOOKS…
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See you at Ake Festival 2026.
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Sometimes, it’s not just about the words, but the resilience behind the person who lived the story. Gloria Chinyere Okwu @Andronika_1 speaks candidly about cancer, survival, and becoming. We are honoured to see her story and On Close Examination featured in The Guardian.
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OUIDA AT 10! 🎉📚 10 years of publishing stories that matters. 10 years of authors, readers, books, and community. Here’s to a decade of telling African stories and to everything still to come. 🥂 10 years down. The journey continues… #anniversary #ouidabooks
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On Close Examination by Gloria Chinyere Okwu @Andronika_1 Is a resilient memoir that helps bridge the gap between medical jargon and lived human experience. -Akumbu Uche Read the full review on The Lagos Review. Read the book. Join the conversation. Get your copy for ₦10,000.
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A great manuscript is only part of the equation. From editorial fit to submission guidelines, here are 5 reasons a manuscript may not make it through the acquisition process. Tag a writer who needs to see this .
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This August, we’re reading On Close Examination by Gloria Chinyere Okwu @Andronika_1 . A powerful memoir of ambition, family, marriage, resilience, and finding your voice. This is your sign to get your own copy N10,000. #bookofthemonth #publishedbyouida #memoir
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Here are a few excerpts from On Close Examination by Gloria Chinyere Okwu, a memoir about resilience , and choosing oneself . Honest, tender, and deeply reflective, these words offer just a glimpse of the journey within. 📖 On Close Examination is available now.
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13 July is #WoleSoyinkaDay Happy Birthday, Pa. I celebrate you today and always.
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Release Day 📚💃 When rumours of the dreaded Book Harmers reach his village in Borno State, young Dunoma is forced to flee his home and begin life at Alafia Camp. But just when he’s trying to adjust, strange noises in the darkness lead him to a choice that will test his courage .
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A moving story of bravery, hope, and resilience told through the eyes of a child by @lolashoneyin Get your own copy today 🌺🌺 #ouidabooks #childrensbook
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