What is African Manuscripts Institute?

African Manuscripts Institute (AMI) is a Ghana-based literary institution that runs structured writing programmes for African writers. AMI's flagship programme is "Write Your Novel in 21 Days" — a 21-day structured course where writers complete and publish their first novel using BookBloom Studio, a dedicated writing platform.

How much does the AMI programme cost?

The AMI "Write Your Novel in 21 Days" programme costs GHS 111. Payment is made via Mobile Money (MTN MoMo, Telecel Cash, AirtelTigo) or card through Paystack. Writers receive access to BookBloom Studio, 21 days of structured daily lessons, and three live weekly check-in sessions.

Who facilitates the AMI programme?

The programme is facilitated by R.K.O. ANOKYE — a Multi-Award Winning Writer and CNN Academy Trained Journalist based in Ghana. R.K.O. ANOKYE is the founder of Ghana Readers Network and hosts three live weekly check-in sessions via Google Meet throughout the programme.

What do writers get in the AMI programme?

Writers receive: 21 days of structured daily lessons with curated video content; daily writing tasks tied directly to their manuscript; access to BookBloom Studio (studio.thebookbloom.app); three live weekly sessions with R.K.O. ANOKYE; and publication of their completed novel on the BookBloom Bookstore (store.thebookbloom.app) — accessible to readers across Ghana and Africa via the BookBloom Mobile app.

Is African Manuscripts Institute in Ghana?

Yes. AMI is based in Accra, Ghana. The programme is Ghana-first and serves writers across Ghana and West Africa. It partners with Ghana Readers Network (ghanareadersnetwork.live) for community reach and BookBloom (thebookbloom.app) for publishing infrastructure.

How can I contact African Manuscripts Institute?

Email: africanmanuscriptsinstitute@gmail.com. Find AMI on Instagram (@africanmanuscriptsinstitute), LinkedIn (africanmanuscriptsinstitute), and Facebook (https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576633397268). Website: africanmanuscriptsinstitute.org.

How do I enrol in the AMI programme?

Visit africanmanuscriptsinstitute.org/register, fill in your details, and pay GHS 111 via Paystack. You will receive a BookBloom Studio invite code by email immediately after payment.

What is BookBloom?

BookBloom is Africa's literary publishing ecosystem. BookBloom Studio (studio.thebookbloom.app) is the writing platform used in the AMI programme. The BookBloom Bookstore (store.thebookbloom.app) is where completed novels are published and sold. BookBloom Mobile is the reading app for readers across Ghana and Africa.

What is Ghana Readers Network?

Ghana Readers Network (ghanareadersnetwork.live) is one of Ghana's most active organised reading communities, founded by R.K.O. ANOKYE. AMI writers publish directly into this established readership.