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We Are the
Voice Behind
Every Story

A passionate team of editors, designers, and publishing experts dedicated to bringing the world's most authentic stories to life — one author at a time.

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10+ Years of Excellence Est. 2014, New Delhi
Our Story

Born From a Passion
for Storytelling

Inkwell Publishing began in 2014 with a single belief — that every person has a story worth telling, and every story deserves to be heard. Founded by Riya Kapoor, a former editor at Penguin Books, Inkwell started as a boutique publishing house in a small New Delhi apartment.

Today we are India's most trusted independent publishing platform, having helped over 500 authors across 20 countries share their books, blogs, vlogs, and creative works with the world.

Our philosophy has never changed: your story, your voice, your vision — we are simply the bridge between your manuscript and your reader.

500+ Authors

Published across all genres

50+ Countries

Global distribution network

48 Hours

Average first response time

70% Royalties

Industry's best rates

What Drives Us

Our Mission, Vision
& Core Values

Our mission — books for everyone
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Our Mission

To democratize publishing by making it accessible, affordable, and professional for every creator — from first-time authors to established voices — regardless of genre, background, or language.

Our vision — global reach
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Our Vision

To become the world's most author-centric publishing platform — a place where creativity is celebrated, stories are honored, and every voice finds the global audience it deserves.

Our values — integrity
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Our Values

Authenticity in every story we publish. Integrity in every deal we make. Excellence in every design we create. And relentless respect for every author who trusts us with their life's work.

Our Impact in Numbers A Decade of Stories, Authors & Milestones
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Meet the Team

The Minds Behind
Every Great Publication

A diverse, talented group of publishing professionals united by a single passion: helping your story reach the world.

Riya Kapoor
Riya Kapoor
Founder & CEO
Former Penguin editor with 15 years in publishing. Riya founded Inkwell to give every author a fair, professional platform.
Arjun Mehta
Arjun Mehta
Head of Editorial
Award-winning editor with expertise in fiction, non-fiction, and literary translations. Has edited 300+ published works.
Sunita Rao
Sunita Rao
Creative Director
Award-winning book cover designer whose work has appeared on bestseller lists in India, UK, and the United States.
Dev Sharma
Dev Sharma
Head of Distribution
Manages relationships with Amazon, Flipkart, and 40+ global booksellers to ensure your work reaches every corner of the world.
Priya Nair
Priya Nair
Author Relations Manager
Your dedicated point of contact throughout the publishing journey. Priya ensures every author feels heard, supported, and celebrated.
Karan Joshi
Karan Joshi
Marketing & PR Lead
Strategist who has launched 200+ book campaigns across social media, press, and literary festivals in India and abroad.
Our Journey

A Decade of Stories,
Milestones & Growth

2014
The Beginning
Riya Kapoor launches Inkwell Publishing from a small apartment in New Delhi, with a vision to democratize publishing for Indian authors.
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Books
2016
First 100 Authors
Reached a milestone of 100 published authors and expanded our editorial team. Launched digital-first publishing for eBooks and PDFs.
2019
Going Global
Signed distribution agreements with Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and Barnes & Noble. Our authors' books now reach 50+ countries worldwide.
Global
Award
2024
500+ Authors & Beyond
Celebrated 500 published authors, won the Indian Publishing Excellence Award, and launched our vlog and podcast publishing services.
Recognition

Awards & Achievements

Publishing excellence award
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Indian Publishing Excellence Award
Best Independent Publisher, 2024
Author satisfaction award
Author Satisfaction Gold Award
Publishing Association of India, 2023
Best digital publisher award
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Best Digital Publisher
South Asia Digital Media Awards, 2022
Forbes top publishers
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Top 10 Emerging Publishers
Forbes India, 2021

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