Who are we?
Every story deserves a chance to be heard.
Some people carry their stories quietly for years.
A novel idea scribbled in notebooks.
A memoir half-written in secret.
A child who fills pages with imagination but hesitates to share.
At Accomplish Press, we exist for those voices.
Because too many powerful stories never see the light, not because they lack talent, but because they lack guidance, structure, or confidence.
We’re here to change that.
The story behind Accomplish Press
Accomplish Press was born out of both frustration and conviction.
Frustration at an industry that told certain writers there wasn’t “a market” for their stories. And a conviction that every voice regardless of background deserves a platform.
Our founder, Tolulope Popoola, knows what it feels like to:
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Love writing but question whether it’s “practical”
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Face rejection from traditional publishing
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Wonder if her stories would ever find a home
Instead of waiting to be chosen, she chose herself. And then she created a space where other writers could do the same. What began as a publishing solution evolved into something deeper: a coaching and creative development platform helping writers of all ages bring their ideas to life with clarity and confidence.
Our Mission:
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To nurture aspiring writers of all ages and help them develop their unique talents.
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To entertain and inspire readers with engaging novels, poetry, and short stories.
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To provide structure, clarity, and support for authors ready to publish their work.
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To amplify stories and characters that reflect the lives of our target audience.
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To introduce literature to people who never saw themselves as readers before.
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To explore innovative ways to connect books with readers beyond traditional models.
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To promote a rich and positive image of Nigerian and African cultures through storytelling.
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To foster a love of reading among youth through our Get Young People Reading Campaign.
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To provide platforms for talented African writers to shine.
At Accomplish Press, we’re not just building books, we’re building a movement. One that values diverse stories, celebrates African heritage, and empowers writers to share their voices with the world.
Are you ready to write your story? We’re here to help you make it happen.
Who we serve
Aspiring authors
You have an idea but don’t know how to shape it.
You’ve started but feel stuck.
You’ve finished writing but feel overwhelmed by publishing.
We guide you from uncertainty to completion with structure, accountability, and encouragement.
Parents of young writers
You see the spark in your child.
You want to nurture it without pressure or fear.
You want them to grow in skill and confidence.
We provide safe, supportive spaces where young writers develop both craft and courage.
What makes us different
We are both creative and strategic.
We understand the emotional vulnerability of writing because we’ve lived it. And we understand the business realities of publishing because we work within it.
That balance allows us to:
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Support the heart of the writer
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Strengthen the craft
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Position the work professionally
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Guide it successfully into the world
What We Offer
Book Coaching Services – Our one-on-one and group coaching programmes are designed to help you go from idea to published book, quickly and confidently. Tolulope works closely with writers to remove confusion and help you write with clarity, focus, and purpose. Coaching is available for both adults and children. Click here for more about our coaching programmes.
Creative Writing Courses and Workshops – We offer fun, engaging courses for writers of all ages.
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For young creatives (ages 10 – 15), we run a weekly Creative Writing Club three times a week during term-time.
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For adults, our Creative Writing Course and Intensive Two-Day Workshop are perfect for beginners or those returning to writing.
Click here for more details of our writing courses.
Self-Publishing Courses
Want to publish your book independently? We’ll guide you through every step – from choosing the right title and writing a standout blurb to publishing a professional ebook or paperback. Avoid common mistakes and take control of your publishing journey. Click here for more details.
Consulting Services
Need advice on your writing or publishing project? We offer expert consulting tailored to your needs: whether you’re stuck in the early writing stages or polishing your final manuscript. Click here for more details
How We Publish
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Print Publishing – We produce high-quality paperbacks for readers who love a book they can hold.
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Digital Publishing – Our titles are available on major platforms for e-readers, tablets, and smartphones.
- Audiobooks – Some of our titles are available as audiobooks for those who prefer to listen to stories on the go. We are working on publishing more audio versions of our books and short stories. Stay tuned!
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Online Publishing – We also publish short fiction, articles, and features on websites, blogs, and online magazines for easy access and downloads.
Our Team
Tolulope Popoola – Book Writing Coach | Publisher | Consultant
Tolulope Popoola is a creative writer, author, publishing consultant and writing coach. She holds a BA in Accounting and Business Economics from London Metropolitan University, and a Masters’ degree in Finance and Investment from the University of Nottingham. She worked as an Administrator and then as an Accountant before she left her career in Accounting in 2008 to pursue a different path in writing and publishing. She is the author of “Nothing Comes Close”, a novel, and “The Lagos Flash Fiction Series” a collections of flash fiction stories. Tolulope has also written several short stories, flash fiction, poems and magazine articles.
In 2011, Tolulope established Accomplish Press and The Creative Writing Academy to provide writers like herself with an opportunity to have their works written and published. She helps aspiring authors to overcome their obstacles, clear their doubts and reconnect with their creative side, so that they can finally write and publish the book within them! She is passionate about showcasing the best of African literature and working with other writers and people in the literary world to make a difference.
In 2012, Tolulope Popoola was named runner-up for the prestigious Women in Publishing New Venture Award as a recognition for her pioneering work on behalf of under-represented groups in society.
In 2016, Tolulope was presented with an Award for Excellence in recognition of her outstanding contribution to society at the Nigerian Writers Awards.
Contact details: Website| Facebook | Instagram | X (Twitter) | Goodreads
Sarah Lupa – Executive Assistant – Sarah is our efficient administrator. She manages event planning, marketing and PR, schedules, course bookings.
Ife Bewaji – Digital Content Producer – Ife is our content producer and social media manager. She manages the content that goes out regularly on our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram pages.
Our Partners
AmmaEdits (formerly The Brielle Agency)
Accomplish Press partners with AmmaEdits for our copyediting, developmental editing and proofreading needs. We are pleased to be refer Nicole to all our clients who need editing for their manuscripts.
Contact details: Website | Facebook
RealDreams Media
Accomplish Press works with RealDreams Media for cover designs. We have been very happy with the beautiful cover designs they’ve done for our books and ebooks.
Contact details: Facebook
Black and Outspoken
Black and Outspoken is our Events, PR and Publicity partner. We worked together on our African Literary Evening, and we continue to collaborate on publicity for African authors in the UK.
Our “Get Young People Reading” Campaign
Accomplish Press is involved in a scheme to get more young people reading. To find out more, please click here.
Charities:
Three percent of the profits from sales of our books will be donated to charity.
Events
We attend and host events that are of interest to writers, publishers and readers of African literature. To find out more about past and forthcoming events, please click here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What stories do you like? – We are on the look out for excellent stories and writers that are often neglected by mainstream publishers, and stories of African origin.
Where can we buy your books? – Our paperback books, Kindle eBooks, and other ebook formats are sold at Amazon (US, UK, Europe, Canada), Waterstones, WHSmith, Apple iStore, Sone eReader Store, Kobo Store, Book Depository, BOOKS etc, Selar and many more online outlets. We’re currently working on getting our paperbacks into bookstores in the UK and Nigeria.
I’m a distributor/retailer. How do I order your books? – If you’re a book store, retailer or distributor and you want to place an order for our books, please send an email to publisher@work011.sunnahsoul.com
I’m a graphics designer. How do I contact you about submitting my artwork?
We’re always on the look out for great artwork for our covers. Please send an email to publisher@work011.sunnahsoul.com with samples of your work, in the first instance.
I’m a member or administrator for a book club. Can I request a title for my club?
If you would like to make a request, please send an email to bookclubs@work011.sunnahsoul.com giving us as many details as possible about your group, and a contact name and address to send the book to.
I would like to feature your books in my magazine or on my blog. How can I request a copy?
If you would like a copy of our titles to review for your magazine, website or blog, please send an email to reviews@work011.sunnahsoul.com giving us as many details as possible of your publication, as well as a contact name and address to send the book to.
Can I pay for your coaching packages and courses in instalments?
Yes you can. Please contact us publisher@work011.sunnahsoul.com to discuss details of our instalment plans for our publishing packages and courses.
Where are you based?
We are based in the UK. Our correspondence address is:
Accomplish Press Ltd.
124 City Road
London
EC1V 2NX
United Kingdom
If you have any more questions, please use the Contact Us Form on this page.