Catalyzing Literary Excellence.Championing Voices Globally.

About Bleeding Ink Scribes Publishers Ltd

A Bold Vision for Literary Excellence in Kenya and Beyond

Founded in 2023, Bleeding Ink Scribes Publishers Ltd is a trailblazing publishing company in Kenya dedicated to transforming the literary landscape. We believe in the power of stories to shape cultures, inspire minds, and preserve identities. Our mission is to empower authors to tell their truths through professionally developed, beautifully published, and globally distributed books. Whether in print or digital form, we champion diverse voices and timeless narratives.

Our publishing model blends the richness of traditional literary values with cutting-edge technologies and innovative author support. With a commitment to creativity, cultural preservation, and excellence, we are more than a publisher—we are a literary movement.

Bleeding Ink Scribes Publishers Limited Founder, Director And CEO Bonface Nyamweya winner of young Kenya Africa innovator of the year award 2025 by scholar media africa inaugural conference

What Sets Us Apart

  • Author-Centered Approach – We provide personalized support at every stage, from manuscript to marketing.

  • Full-Service Publishing – From editing to distribution, all publishing needs are under one roof.

  • Cultural Preservation – We uplift local narratives and archive diverse literary voices.

  • Global Reach – Our hybrid publishing model ensures both local relevance and international impact.

  • Innovation-Driven – We embrace the latest publishing tech, including digital formats and print-on-demand.

Our Core Values

  • Creativity – We celebrate original thought and groundbreaking stories.
  • Quality – We uphold the highest standards in every book we touch.
  • Inclusivity – We give space to voices from all walks of life.
  • Growth – We grow with our authors and our industry.
  • Integrity – We deliver what we promise—always.

Connected Through Community

  • Bleeding Ink works hand-in-hand with the Bleeding Ink Global Writers Society, a nonprofit literary organization offering creative writing programs, mentorships, and book clubs. Through this partnership, we nurture creativity, literacy, and authorship across Kenya and the wider global writing community.
pulished african authored books displayed on a shelf at bleeding ink scribes publishers limited africa kenya

Looking Ahead

As we continue to grow, our commitment remains clear: to be the publishing partner of choice for every visionary writer. Whether you’re a poet, novelist, academic, or storyteller, Bleeding Ink is ready to walk the journey with you—from idea to shelf.

Who We Serve

We partner with:

  • First-time and seasoned authors

  • Educational institutions and researchers

  • Private organizations and NGOs

  • Global writers and book clubs

Our Mission

To catalyze literary excellence by empowering authors to share their unique voices with the world. We foster creativity, embrace diversity, and push the boundaries of traditional publishing to shape a brighter literary future.

Our Vision

To become Africa’s most innovative and culturally relevant publishing house by:

  • Publishing 10,000 titles by 2035 in both digital and print formats.

  • Building a global community of authors, readers, and thinkers.

  • Leading in technological publishing solutions across Kenya and the continent.