Booksie

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Children's book subscription and online shop delivering African-authored stories to readers aged 3 to 12.

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About Booksie

Booksie is a Ghanaian children's literacy company that puts books by African authors in the hands of young readers. Its main product, My Booksie Box, is a book subscription for children aged 3 to 12, sold alongside an online shop that also stocks map jigsaw puzzles. The company runs a literacy programme and book club, and builds interactive reading tools that combine in-person and digital instruction.

Booksie was founded in Accra in 2018 by Edem Torkornoo, who leads the company. It joined the UNICEF StartUp Lab Ghana 2025 cohort, where it is developing its blended reading tools for children.

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Frequently asked about Booksie

Where is Booksie based and when was it founded?
Booksie is headquartered in Accra, Ghana and was founded in 2018.
What sector is Booksie in?
Booksie operates in EdTech and E-Commerce.