About Us
OtherStories is a culture-led publishing consultancy and development studio. Based between London and Lagos, our mission is simple: to democratise storytelling by expanding who gets to write and publish the books that reflect and shape our world.
Our Founder
Nancy Adimora is an award-winning publishing director working at the intersection of creativity and culture. With a background in trade publishing, her practice is rooted in developing authors and curating stories that bring underrepresented voices to the centre of global conversations.
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Our Services
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Our coaching services are designed to help writers move from intention to execution. We support you in building a regular writing practice, developing your voice, and turning rough ideas into finished drafts.
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Our consulting services are for writers preparing to publish. Drawing on real industry experience, we offer a clear, step-by-step guide to the publishing process helping you refine your work and move confidently towards publication.
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We also design and deliver interactive workshops for institutions, collectives and creative groups. Each workshop is shaped around our clients’ goals, ensuring practical and impactful learning experiences.
Our Platforms
Whilst we collaborate with a broad range of clients and partners, our own platforms are entirely focused on stories from Africa and its extended diaspora. Through our publishing arm (AFREADA) and our Substack community (Literary Africa), we turn emerging writers into published authors and share their stories with readers around the world.
Get in touch
Whether you have a question, a project in mind, or simply want to say hello, feel free to reach out.
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