Fiction Publishers in Kenya: A Guide for Writers

Kenya has a thriving publishing industry, with a variety of fiction publishers producing books in English and other languages. Some of the most notable publishers in Kenya include:

1. Kwani Trust: This non-profit organization focuses on publishing new and emerging writers from Kenya and the East African region. They have published several award-winning books, including "The First Third" by Will Kostakis and "Wife of the Gods" by Kwei Quartey.

2. East African Educational Publishers: This is one of the largest educational publishers in East Africa, and also publishes fiction books for both adults and children.

3. Longhorn Publishers: This company publishes both fiction and non-fiction books, and has a strong focus on educational materials.

4. East African Literature Bureau: This publisher produces literature in various languages, including English and Swahili. They have a wide range of fiction titles, including novels, short story collections and plays.

5. Maktaba Publishing House: This publisher focuses on publishing fiction and non-fiction books in Swahili, and also publishes children's books.

It is important for writers to research these publishers to see which one best align with their literary style and to know the process of submitting their manuscript.

It's also worth noting that many Kenyan authors are also self-publishing their work, either through online platforms such as Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing or by working with print-on-demand services such as CreateSpace.