Author Toini sets the standard through self-publication

Namibian author Toini Sam launched her book, The Journey of a Conqueror, at the National Library of Namibia last week, alongside keynote speaker Maponga Joshua III of Marara Farmers of Thought.
In The Journey of a Conqueror, Sam reveals life-changing experiences that can affect anyone. This book will not only transform your life if you apply what is written, but will inspire you to endure and handle challenging moments the Godly way.
It is a book full of emotions yet entertaining at the same time. While not prescriptive, it places emphasis on those who have given up and have accepted their circumstances/faith, stubborn teenagers who do not want to obey their parents, those who are left with one module to graduate at varsity, but keep failing it, those who find it difficult to meet their life partners, and those who want to draw closer to God.
At the launch, Sam acknowledged her inspiration and drive to pen this easy-to-read book.
She was inspired to write the book by the challenges she has faced in her life and by the number of people she counsels, encourages and mentors to discover their hidden abilities. It was at their request that she wrote the book, too.
She said that it all began when she shared inspirational messages on Facebook and the WhatsApp group, Ambassadors for Christ.
Uplifting people
“I feel I have a sense of obligation to uplift people; those who desire to see progress in their lives. It feels good to hear positive feedback from those after I have engaged with them,” she said.
While there are many international publishing houses, Sam chose to use local publishers because she believes that self-publishing is cheaper and that the author is in control. She also stated that through self-publishing, one also has access to other global platforms to sell one’s product.
Furthermore, Sam decided to use local service providers because she believes in supporting locals and wants them to keep being recognised internationally. The accreditation of this book is accepted globally and the content has met international standards.
Her book was reviewed by Christian Faith publishing in the United States, it went through five boards for review, and it was approved. However, she decided to do self-publishing for the reasons mentioned above.
Personal experience
Keynote speaker Maponga Joshua III of Marara Farmers of Thought stated that the book The Journey of a Conqueror is a personal experience. “The author explores her own path and the challenges she has gone through to be where she is. I encourage us all to tell our own stories with our own culture and identity, to make it easily relatable to those in your communities,” he said.
He added that the book is not prescriptive, but rather suggests that all must make time to find their own voice. They must forge their own path and learn from their own mistakes.
“The book is a reflection of the experience that has worked for her, however, readers need to find their own.”
The author hopes that after reading this book, readers will never be the same again. She wishes for an automatic change.
This book will transform readers; their faith will be uplifted; they will feel inspired; and they will discover the kingdom secrets revealed in The Journey of a Conqueror.
This publication may be purchased via online platforms such as Amazon.com and can be delivered countrywide. Readers are urged to visit www.toinisambooks.com and follow her Facebook and Instagram social media accounts on to determine which outlets they may purchase the paperback/ physical copy from.