2020-09-12 19:23
Jo-Ann Vega is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press, and she wants your help deciding her upcoming book cover.
Book Summary: Moments in Flight – A Memoir
Stunning memoir share… Read More
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2020-09-09 19:23
Author Joseph Bylinski, PhD is taking his latest book GOD AND COUNTRY ….United We Stand! ….Divided We Fall! on tour — a Virtual Book Tour, that is, with Outskirts Press!… Read More
2020-09-08 19:23
Author N.E. Carlisle is taking her latest book Mermaid Eclipse on tour — a Virtual Book Tour, that is, with Outskirts Press! Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audi… Read More
2020-09-07 19:23
It’s that time of the year again — the 2020 Readers Favorite Award Winners have been announced. Below is a list of winners whose books are published with Outskirts Press:
CATEG… Read More
2020-09-03 19:23
Book marketing has changed due to the coronavirus pandemic, leaving millions sick, jobless, and stuck at home.
Drastic times call for drastic measures and Outskirts Press wants to help. Has… Read More
2020-09-01 19:23
If you’re not yet published, this may be the perfect time to take the leap. Outskirts Press is offering the popular Amazon Launch Bundle absolutely free (a $349 value!) with… Read More
2020-08-31 19:23
Steven Orenstein, Ph.D. is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press, and he wants your help deciding his upcoming book cover.
Book Summary:
Unstuck
Unstuck is a fresh look at what’s… Read More
2020-08-29 19:23
Glenn Ickler is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press, and he wants your help deciding his upcoming book cover.
Book Summary:
Louie’s Last Story: A Mitch and Al mystery
Louie St… Read More
2020-08-27 16:11
If you think paying for self-publishing is crazy, think again! Celebrated author Frank Schaeffer, who has penned more than a dozen fiction and non-fiction books for publishers like Macmillan… Read More
2020-08-25 19:23
The Social Media Set-Up & Strategy Toolkit is launching this month to replace the Author Platform option. While many of the successful marketing concepts remain the same, we listened to… Read More
2020-08-24 19:23
Believe it or not, this is the time when many high-profile magazines and trade publications — who work months ahead of time — are already filling editorial and advertising space… Read More
2020-08-21 19:23
Make a good buy—get a great upgrade! For a limited time, Outskirts Press will upgrade you to a better self-publishing bundle when you publish today.
Interested in Full-Color Publishin… Read More
2020-08-19 19:23
Many authors are turning to social media as a form of advertising to promote their books, build a fan base, and connect with readers in a way not possible in the past. Whether you’re… Read More
2020-08-17 19:23
Amazon is a powerful tool when it comes to the book distribution process, and its architects have dedicated lots of resources to creating pathways to connect authors like you with new reader… Read More
2020-08-12 20:30
FaL’s Boy is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press, and he wants your help deciding his upcoming book cover.
Book Summary:
Where is there a book about God?
It you think about it… Read More
2020-08-11 19:23
Outskirts Press self-publishing authors continually impress the judges at the annual CIPA EVVY Awards and this year is no different. In fact, our authors garnered 13 spots as finalists for t… Read More
2020-08-10 19:47
Nearly all self-publishing companies offer writers an “incentive” to join their newsletter or mailing list. In most cases, this is the company’s own “Publishing Guide… Read More
2020-08-06 19:23
If you’ve done any sort of local media marketing yourself, you know it is often easier said than done. Success typically comes down to perseverance. But success also depends upon cont… Read More
2020-08-03 19:23
Human beings are visual creatures — so make sure your book has all the ingredients to turn casual shoppers into buyers. Purchase the Ultimate Black & White or Full-Color publishin… Read More
2020-07-15 19:23
Author Katherine Zartman is taking her latest book Cost of Freedom on tour — a Virtual Book Tour, that is, with Outskirts Press! Technology has created a wide variety of ways to… Read More
2020-07-13 19:23
Author William Ruch is taking his latest book Got Knee Pain? Where is Your Tibia? on tour — a Virtual Book Tour, that is, with Outskirts Press! Technology has created a wide variety of… Read More
2020-07-09 19:23
Join Outskirts Press in celebrating our very own “Customized Marketing Month” this July with 10 great reasons to create personally-branded promotional materials to help you mark… Read More
2020-07-07 19:23
How do bestselling self-published authors sell so many books? Sure, they often use high-quality publishers like Outskirts Press, so their books look great on the inside and out, but most be… Read More
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2020-07-03 19:23
Join Outskirts Press in celebrating the sizzling days of summer with a hot, new customized marketing promotion every single week of July! We’re calling it “Customized Marketing… Read More
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2020-07-01 19:23
Maybe you’ve been saving to start publishing—but why wait? Save up to $400 instantly with 20% Off Ultimate Black & White or Full-Color publishing from Outskirts Press!
Order… Read More
2020-06-30 15:24
Can a custom cover make your self-published book an award-winning book? The answer is a resounding “Yes!” Just ask Andrew Ceroni who’s book, Special Means, just won June&r&helli…Read More
2020-06-23 19:23
Author Godfred A. Amah is taking his latest book Think Beyond The Cause on tour — a Virtual Book Tour, that is, with Outskirts Press! Technology has created a wide variety of ways to r… Read More
2020-06-18 15:46
As the world slowly (hopefully) begins its recovery from an international pandemic that has forced millions of people to shelter for months, the self-publishing industry continues to flouris… Read More
2020-06-17 19:23
Despite an unusually eventful spring, we have officially made it to the first days of summer! June 20th marks the summer solstice, and with summer comes a wave of new feelings and new hopes… Read More
2020-06-16 19:23
Author Donald F. Kilburg, Jr.is taking his latest book Hitler’s Last Christmas: The Day the Entire Mighty Eighth Air Force Joined the Battle of the Bulge on tour — a Virtual Book… Read More
2020-06-10 19:23
In the book marketing game, milliseconds matter. That’s why it is so important to make first impressions count — every time. The Custom Sales Sheet from Outskirts Press cuts thr… Read More
2020-06-08 19:23
Did you know that the number of readers over the age of 65 is expected to almost double between 2018 and 2060. That represents a huge opportunity for you and your book.
Outskirts Press want… Read More
2020-06-02 16:23
The Next Generation Indie Book Awards remain the largest nonprofit book awards program for independent or self-published authors and publishers. Now almost fifteen years old, the NGIBA was f… Read More
2020-06-01 16:23
They say good things come in threes. That is certainly true when you publish with Outskirts Press. Purchase the Ultimate Black & White or Full-Color or any One-Click publishing & ma… Read More
2020-05-28 16:23
Author John G. Mentzos, PhD is taking his latest book Handbook for True Democracy: How the Grassroots Can Create a Nation Of, By and For All the People Through the Evolution of Individual an… Read More
2020-05-27 16:53
We all remember the fervor that overtook the publishing industry when e-books hit the mainstream. Suddenly, it was the fastest growing segment and everyone was anxious to make sure their boo… Read More
2020-05-25 16:23
It probably isn’t news to you that video is an important tool in your toolbox as a self-publishing author, and a critical part of your ongoing marketing strategy. So what videos should… Read More
2020-05-21 15:57
Over the last two days, we’ve discussed book marketing phases that all published authors (self-published or otherwise) would be wise to heed. Phase 1 involves planning, and includes 5… Read More
2020-05-20 15:57
Yesterday, we discussed one of the first phases of book marketing on this blog: Planning. After all, for many writers, the idea of publishing a book they’ve written is exciting but rar… Read More
2020-05-19 15:57
For many authors, the idea of writing and publishing a book is an exciting prospect but rarely does the idea of marketing a book hold the same appeal. Well, it’s time to get excited! O… Read More
2020-05-18 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-05-14 16:23
This year, Outskirts Press has an impressive 79 EVVY Award nominees to thank for their dedication and high-quality work as self-published authors. The EVVYs are an acclaimed annual book awar… Read More
2020-05-13 16:23
The Layman is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press, and wants your help deciding his upcoming book cover.
Book Summary:
The Layman is introducing a fascinating interpretation of the F… Read More
2020-05-12 15:57
If you are one of the many writers around the world finding themselves stuck at home with more time to write, you may be one of the many children’s book authors who started writing a n… Read More
2020-05-11 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-05-07 16:23
A Book Video Trailer is like a movie trailer for your book. With an instant 10% savings on your custom Book Video Trailer, there’s never been a better time than right now to see your… Read More
2020-05-04 16:03
Book marketing may have changed, but it doesn’t have to stop. These are tragic times to be certain, but as everything from home-based Saturday Night Live sketches to Taylor Swift dona… Read More
2020-05-01 16:23
What are the two most important elements to a high-quality, successful self-published book? Many readers would say professional copyediting and a professional custom cover. And when you sta… Read More
2020-04-27 16:04
Today, April 27, 2020 marks the day Ingram (the largest book wholesaler) begins to remove books from distribution that do “harm to buyers and affects the reputations of” pu… Read More
2020-04-23 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-04-22 16:23
We are so happy to announce that at least one of the many complications to your life posed by COVID-19, involving one of the most important events on the calendar for self-publishing author… Read More
2020-04-20 19:30
At Outskirts Press, we are extremely proud of our authors’ many accomplishments including raving reviews, prestigious awards, and even full-length movies. We have featured author Amy J… Read More
2020-04-19 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-04-18 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-04-16 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-04-14 16:23
Did you know that the month of April is, among other things, National Poetry Month? This makes April the perfect month to publish that book of poems you’ve been thinking about fo… Read More
2020-04-13 16:36
Even though Covid-19 may have brought the majority of the world to a virtual standstill (figuratively speaking) that doesn’t mean your virtual book marketing has to stop (literally spe… Read More
2020-04-11 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-04-09 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-04-08 16:11
If you’re among the millions of people finding themselves at home in the middle of a work week, you may very well be the next J.K. Rowling, T.S. Eliot, E.L. James, or E.E. Cummings, an… Read More
2020-04-07 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-04-06 16:23
Ready to promote your book to thousands of literary enthusiasts and professionals who are perpetually on the hunt for the next great read? With the Outskirts Press 1st Chapter Preview Libra… Read More
2020-03-31 16:23
During these chaotic times, is there a more appropriate Award Winner in the 2020 Reader Views Literary Book Awards than that of Richard V. Battle’s timely Conquering Life’s Cours… Read More
2020-03-26 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-03-25 16:23
With the exploding popularity of social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Pinterest, it’s easier than ever to connect with people all around the world. But… Read More
2020-03-24 16:23
Last year, this blog reported on the inspirational true-story of Amy Jordan and her triumph over tragedy that she shares in her autobiographical book, Dance Because You Can (a 2019 Outskirt… Read More
2020-03-18 14:57
There once was a time when you might venture forth to browse the shelves at your local bookstore or library, run your fingers along a hundred or so spines, and snatch up the book that most g… Read More
2020-03-17 16:23
Don’t wait for a leprechaun to open your pot o’ gold this St. Patrick’s Day. Do it yourself! Publish your book with the Ultimate Black & White or Full-Color publishing… Read More
2020-03-16 18:00
Gary Tutty is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press, and wants your help deciding his upcoming book cover.
Book Summary:
Have you ever wondered from just what gospel our political lead… Read More
2020-03-10 16:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-03-09 17:07
If you think the distribution network available through all the online self-publishing companies is the same, think again! Most of them offer varying levels of “global reach” an… Read More
2020-03-05 17:23
Today is the day! You’ve been writing your book for months, years, and possibly even decades. But now it is finally published. And according to the UPS tracking number, today is the da… Read More
2020-03-04 17:23
Today the Amazon Launch Bundle from Outskirts Press is an additional 10% off the already-discounted bundle price. Here’s what you get and why you should take advantage of this great d… Read More
2020-03-02 17:23
If you’re not yet published, this may be the perfect time to take the leap. Outskirts Press is offering the popular Amazon Launch Bundle absolutely free (a $349 value!) with your purc… Read More
2020-02-27 21:09
Positive book reviews are great for any book, and they are particularly helpful for self-published books, where the quality from book to book can be so disparate that readers often rely upon… Read More
2020-02-26 17:23
As a self-published author, do you know how to develop a book marketing plan or even what should be included in it? Do you have the time and know-how to snag and schedule book signings? Are… Read More
2020-02-25 17:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-02-24 17:23
The #1 self-publishing company, Outskirts Press, is making it easier — and more affordable– to realize your publishing dreams this Leap Year. Save up to $270 instantly with 15%… Read More
2020-02-20 17:23
From the award-winning and bestselling* author of Sell Your Book on Amazon comes Brent Sampson’s latest non-fiction guide to the world of independent publishing and marketing: Self-Pub… Read More
2020-02-19 17:23
Among many of the core benefits of self-publishing with Outskirts Press is the free Author Webpage that is provided to the author for each book. These RWD-compliant (look it up!) and social… Read More
2020-02-18 17:23
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-02-17 17:23
Did you know that video is the fastest growing segment on the internet, and that YouTube is the second most popular search engine (second only to Google)? In many ways social media has becom… Read More
2020-02-12 18:20
Outskirts Press takes great pride in celebrating the accomplishments of our successful authors, and today we celebrate all the media and marketing success author Maureen Scanlon has enjoyed… Read More
2020-02-03 17:23
February is all about love and Outskirts Press wants to share the love with the new Super Savings Promotion. For a limited time, we’re giving you a $300 credit with the purchase your… Read More
2020-01-30 21:30
If you’re a self-publishing author, or thinking about becoming one, you may already know that “book pricing” or “royalties” can be confusing concepts. When each… Read More
2020-01-28 21:30
Technology has created a wide variety of ways to reach audiences all over the world. It takes is a little thinking outside the box and you can market a self-published book in creative, affor… Read More
2020-01-27 15:00
Welcome to 2020, and in celebration, Outskirts Press is offering an instant 20% savings on our most popular packages — the Ultimate Black & White or Full-Color.
If you didn’… Read More
2020-01-22 22:50
K. A. Zartman is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press, and she wants your help deciding her upcoming book cover.
Book Summary:
The intimate details and challenges of a life well-lived… Read More
2020-01-20 15:00
Are you interested in getting more local media and worldwide exposure for your book? Outskirts Press can help. We are excited to introduce our new Media Marketing Blitz to all our published… Read More
2020-01-14 21:30
If you’ve done any sort of media outreach yourself, you know it is often easier said than done. Success typically comes down to perseverance. But success also depends upon contacting… Read More
2020-01-08 15:00
In today’s market, it can be tough to know where to focus your efforts in order to effectively market your book. Don’t worry. We’re here to help!
Right now, Outskirts Pres… Read More
2020-01-06 15:00
Having paperback copies of your book on hand lets you nimbly respond to promotion opportunities and make plenty of unanticipated sales. When you purchase the Ultimate Black & White or F… Read More
2020-01-02 15:00
Welcome to 2020, and in celebration, Outskirts Press is offering an instant 20% savings on our most popular packages — the Ultimate Black and White or Full-Color.
If you didn’t… Read More
2020-01-01 17:45
Whether you are already published and want 2020 to be the year your book breaks out, or you are a writer with a manuscript ready for publication, here are 20 fantastic tips for self-publish… Read More
2019-12-30 17:11
2019 was another banner year for self-publishing and for Outskirts Press authors specifically. Thanks to the talents and determination of the writers who published with us in 2019, many were… Read More
2019-12-24 15:00
Season’s Greetings from Outskirts Press, the A+ Rated and #1-Rated self-publishing according to the Better Business Bureau and Top Consumer Reviews, respectively. What do we have for… Read More
2019-12-23 21:30
Attention all Colorado-based authors, editors, illustrators and photographers: Outskirts Press is once again sponsoring the annual Colorado Book Awards, and we encourage your submissions for… Read More
2019-12-16 15:00
Human beings are visual creatures — so make sure your book has all the ingredients to turn casual shoppers into buyers. Purchase the Ultimate Black & White or Full-Color publishin… Read More
2019-12-13 21:30
Throughout the holiday season, we feature our authors who have taken advantage of the 2019 Holiday Marketing Bundle and the benefits of the New York Times Holiday Book Review co-op ad! Co-o… Read More
2019-12-11 21:30
Throughout the holiday season, we feature our authors who have taken advantage of the 2019 Holiday Marketing Bundle and the benefits of the New York Times Holiday Book Review co-op ad! Co-o… Read More
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