Daniella young

Book Writer / Story Editor

Kachifo Limited, Lagos, Nigeria • Part-time

Jan 2022 - Present • 4 yrs 8 mos

Currently working with Kachifo Limited, a prominent Nigerian publishing house, producing high-quality fiction and non-fiction content for print and digital platforms. Responsibilities include full book writing, editing, story structuring, and collaborating with illustrators and designers. Achievements: Published 4 books with national recognition and positive reviews. Developed storylines and content that increased readership engagement. Coordinated with marketing teams for book launches and literary events. Trained junior writers on writing standards, story development, and manuscript preparation.

Junior Writer / Content Developer

University of Lagos Press, Lagos, Nigeria • Part-time

Jul 2019 - Dec 2021 • 2 yrs 5 mos

Worked as a content developer focusing on academic and general interest books. Responsibilities included writing chapters, researching topics, and collaborating with senior editors to maintain high-quality publication standards. Achievements: Authored and contributed to 3 academic books and 2 general interest titles. Developed research-backed content suitable for Nigerian and international audiences. Ensured all manuscripts met editorial and publication deadlines. Mentored interns in writing, editing, and formatting for print and eBooks.

Editorial Assistant / Book Writer

Farafina Books, Lagos, Nigeria • Full-time

Mar 2017 - Jun 2019 • 2 yrs 3 mos

Worked with Farafina Books, one of Nigeria’s leading publishing houses, contributing to both fiction and non-fiction publications. Responsibilities included assisting senior editors, writing short stories and book chapters, proofreading manuscripts, and coordinating with authors. Achievements include: Successfully edited and prepared 5 published books for print and digital distribution. Contributed original content that was included in nationally distributed anthologies. Assisted in developing book outlines, improving narrative flow and readability. Participated in author workshops and literary events to refine storytelling techniques.