Guiding Light Press

Amplifying Voices, Reclaiming Narratives

A London-based publishing house and intellectual hub dedicated to decolonial perspectives and transformative storytelling

Vision & Mission

Our Vision To be a global sanctuary for transformative storytelling and decolonial inquiry, reclaiming narratives that unsettle systems and empower the marginalized.

Our Mission To nurture and publish works of literary excellence, spiritual depth, and political bravery. We serve as a global platform for literature of liberation—from youth activists to seasoned leaders—that fosters cross-cultural dialogue, champions social justice, and offers a manifesto for a liberated world.

Joe Quarcoo, London-based founder of Guiding Light Press and Voice1Africa, holding anthology book

A sanctuary for literature of liberation.

Rev. Joseph D. N. Quarcoo

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Our first title, Echo Our African Dreams (2024), captures the aspirations of Pan-African youth and is available worldwide

Our Services

Nurturing visionaries and dismantling systemic narratives through transformative literature, art and media

A cozy reading nook with a stack of African literature books illuminated by soft natural light.

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Publishing

Bringing faith-inspired and social justice stories to life with care and craft.

Submissions

Welcoming new voices that echo hope and transformation across cultures.

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Guided by Global Expertise

Guiding Light Press is supported by a global network of Honorary Editorial Advisory Board of curators, scholars, faith leaders, and activists from the Voice1Africa movement and international academic partners

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