BUN Press

The Children’s Book Publishing Arm of Books for Umu Ntii

BUN Press is dedicated to publishing high-quality, culturally rich children’s books that celebrate African stories, voices, and imaginations. As the publishing division of Books for Umu Ntii (BUN), we focus exclusively on children’s literature—from picture books to early readers—with an emphasis on excellence, authenticity, and global relevance.

Our mission is to nurture a new generation of African storytellers and bring their stories to children across the continent and around the world.


Our Vision

To become a leading children’s publisher from Africa, producing books that are beautifully crafted, emotionally resonant, and rooted in African experience while meeting global publishing standards.


What We Publish

BUN Press specializes in:

  • Picture Books
    Heartfelt, imaginative stories with strong emotional arcs.
  • Early Readers / Young Readers
    Engaging, accessible stories that support literacy development.
  • African Folktales & Cultural Stories
    Fresh retellings and contemporary interpretations of traditional narratives.
  • Language & Bilingual Books
    Books in African languages (e.g., Igbo) and English for literacy and cultural preservation.
  • Special Imprints
    (If you will have an imprint name—e.g., Ntii StoryHouse or BUN Littles—you can include it here.)

Why BUN Press?

  • Children-Centered: Every book must enrich, delight, or empower a child.
  • Culture-Forward: We publish stories grounded in African identity, languages, and lived experience.
  • Quality-Driven: Our editorial, design, and illustration processes aim for world-class standards.
  • Community-Rooted: We publish writers and illustrators who are part of the growing BUN ecosystem.
  • Global Mindset: We prepare African children’s books for both local and international markets.