Ilama Books is an independent book publishing house based in Kakkanad, Ernakulam, Kerala, publishing Malayalam and English books for readers and authors who care about good stories. If you have seen our books on social media, heard about us from a friend, or simply searched for the name, this article answers the question in one place: what is Ilama Books, what do we publish, and how can you get a copy?
What does “Ilama” mean?
The name carries our purpose. Ilama stands for knowledge that opens the mind. We believe a good book does exactly that: it teaches, comforts, challenges and connects. Every title we publish is chosen and produced with that idea in mind.
Who is behind Ilama Books?
Ilama Books is the publishing platform of Ilama Creatives Pvt. Ltd. We are a 100% independent publisher, with our studio and publishing office in Kakkanad, Ernakulam.
Being independent means we are small enough to know every author and every book personally. Nothing is handled by a faceless process. The people who edit, design and print a book are the people you can speak to.
What kinds of books does Ilama Books publish?
Our catalogue covers a range of genres, from self-help and personal growth to fiction and poetry. Some books are practical guides readers return to again and again. Others are stories and poems meant to be felt rather than studied. What they share is care in the writing, the editing, the design and the printing.
Our Malayalam and English collections
Malayalam books
Malayalam is at the heart of what we do. We publish Malayalam titles, including poetry collections such as Pranaya Bhavagal, and we take particular care with editing and typesetting so that the language reads beautifully on the page.
English books
We also publish in English, for authors and readers who want to reach beyond language boundaries. Our English list includes titles such as Love That Lasts, Rooted to Rise and The Self Unbound.
A look at our books
Here are some of the titles published by Ilama Books:
- Life Skills: a practical, motivating read that readers describe as warm and useful in everyday life
- Love That Lasts
- Ormadhwani
- The Self Unbound
- Onn Nanni Parajapol
- Personal Branding
- Pranaya Bhavagal
- Rooted to Rise
- Shadow
- Sheprenur
- Thiranjedutha Leghanam
You can see every cover and order directly from our books page.
Our authors: from first-time writers to published voices
Ilama Books does not only sell books. We help authors create them. Writers across Kerala come to us with a finished manuscript, a rough draft, or just an idea. From there we offer:
- Manuscript editing that improves structure, language and flow while keeping the author’s voice
- Ghostwriting services for people who have a story but need help putting it into words
- Layout, interior and cover design prepared to print-ready standards
- Printing and publishing, so the finished book reaches readers
Authors who want everything in one place can choose our complete package, from manuscript to published book, for ₹8,000. If you are thinking of publishing your own book, see our page for book publishers in Ernakulam.
Our publishing vision
We publish stories that deserve to be read. That means giving local Malayalam voices the same care as any other book, and giving English writers from Kerala a publisher who answers their messages. We want every title to be written with intention and produced with care, from the first line of the manuscript to the last page of the printed copy.
We also believe buying a book should feel personal. Which brings us to how you can get yours.
How to order Ilama Books
We do away with checkout forms. Ordering is done on WhatsApp, directly with the publisher:
- Choose the book you want from our website.
- Tap Buy on WhatsApp under the book, or message us at +91 80890 72544.
- We confirm the price, payment, packaging and delivery with you personally.
Because you order directly from the publisher, you receive genuine copies, and a real person looks after your order.
Why readers choose Ilama Books
- Genuine copies, directly from the publisher
- Personal and fast ordering on WhatsApp
- Malayalam and English books under one roof
- Independent publishing with real attention to every title
Frequently asked questions
What is Ilama Books?
Ilama Books is an independent book publisher based in Kakkanad, Ernakulam, Kerala. We publish Malayalam and English books and help authors edit, design, print and publish their own.
Is Ilama Books connected to Ilama Creatives Pvt. Ltd.?
Yes. Ilama Books is the publishing platform of Ilama Creatives Pvt. Ltd.
Does Ilama Books publish Malayalam books?
Yes. We publish both Malayalam and English books across genres including self-help, fiction and poetry.
Can I publish my book with Ilama Books?
Yes. Send us your manuscript or even a rough draft on WhatsApp. We review it and explain the best publishing path for you. Our complete package, from manuscript to published book, is ₹8,000.
How can I order a book?
Message us on WhatsApp at +91 80890 72544, or tap Buy on WhatsApp under any book on our website. We confirm payment, packaging and delivery personally.
Start your Ilama Books journey
Whether you are a reader looking for your next book or an author ready to publish yours, we would love to hear from you. Message us on WhatsApp and a real person will reply.