Our Services
We bring words to life.
At Sokoka, we aim to project the voices of many that have had factors beyond their control shut their mouths and stifle their desires to speak through African literature. Our work also includes bringing the words of these ones to life, Sokoka is a brand that influences literature and literacy, and transforms and inspires lives through words in all its forms. Categorically, these are our services:
Publishing
We are accepting manuscripts for publication. Asides working with established writers, we are also focused on getting submissions from talented writers who have a thousand words to say but have no financial means of communicating. Be it prose, poetry or children's books, we are open to accepting these genres and serving as a guide into the publishing market, every step of the way. At Sokoka, we will make it our business to ensure that no good story remains buried and no talented writer remains unknown. Asides these, anthologies and magazines featuring a variety of works will be brought to life. At Sokoka Books, we offer two publishing pathways to help you bring your manuscript to life.
Traditional Publishing with Sokoka
If your manuscript is accepted when we make a call, our team of professionals will:
- Edit your work to perfection
- Package your book for publishing and marketing
- Distribute and market your book to reach a wideraudience
Self-Publishing with Sokoka Books
Under this category, we offer a self-publishing option for authors who prefer to maintain creative control and financial investment in their work. With Sokoka Books SP, you'll pay for services such as:
- Editing
- Printing
- Packaging
- Distribution and marketing (optional)
This pathway allows you to publish your book with our expert support, while retaining full ownership and control. We welcome manuscripts across all genres and categories. Contact us to learn more about our publishing options and to submit your work.
Marketing
At Sokoka Books, we understand that publishing a book is just the first step. To reach your target audience and achieve success, you need a solid marketing strategy. Our marketing services are designed to help authors like you increase visibility, build your brand, and drive book sales.
Why Choose Our Marketing Services?
- Expertise: Our team has years of experience in book marketing, ensuring you receive effective and tailored strategies.
- Personalized Approach: We work closely with you to understand your goals, target audience, and unique selling proposition.
- Results-Driven: Our marketing services are designed to deliver measurable results, whether it's increasing online visibility, driving sales, or building your author platform.
Our Marketing Services
- Social Media Management: We'll help you establish a strong online presence, create engaging content, and grow your followers.
- Email Marketing: Build your author newsletter and reach your target audience with our email marketing services.
- Book Blog Tours: Increase your book's visibility with our network of book bloggers and reviewers.
- Influencer Marketing: Partner with influencers in your genre to reach new audiences and build credibility
- Content Marketing: We'll help you create valuable content, such as blog posts, videos, and podcasts, to attract and engage your target audience.
- Amazon Optimization: Maximize your book's visibility on Amazon with our optimization services, including keyword research and category selection.
- Press Release Distribution: Reach a wider audience with our press release distribution services, targeting media outlets, book reviewers, and industry professionals.
Book Distribution
At Sokoka Books, we understand that getting your book into the hands of readers is crucial to its success. Our distribution services are designed to help authors like you reach a wider audience, increase visibility, and drive sales.
Why Choose Our Distribution Services?
- Wide Reach: Our distribution network covers major online retailers, bookstores, and libraries, ensuring your book reaches a broad audience.
- Efficient Logistics: We handle storage, packaging, and shipping, freeing up your time to focus on writing and marketing.
- Real-time Tracking: Monitor your book's sales, inventory, and distribution in real-time through our online portal.
- Competitive Rates: We offer competitive pricing and flexible payment terms to suit your needs.