St. Patrick’s Day week is a great time to get your next publishing project moving forward. From March 18–23, authors who publish with an Ultimate Publishing Package will receive 17% off their package total. The Ultimate Publishing Package is designed for authors who want full support and flexibility, including: • Expanded publishing format options • A globally … Continue reading Lucky 17% Off: A St. Patrick’s Day Publishing Special
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March is National Literacy Month, and it’s a great time to take the next step toward publishing your book. From March 3–16, authors who start with an Ultimate Publishing Package will receive a $500 spending credit that can be applied toward additional Outskirts Press services. The Ultimate Publishing Package is designed for authors who want … Continue reading Celebrate National Literacy Month with a $500 Publishing Credit
Your Manuscript Is Finished—Now Presentation Matters Completing your manuscript is a major milestone, but it’s only the beginning of your publishing journey. When readers encounter your book for the first time, the way it’s presented—both visually and descriptively—plays a critical role in whether they pause, explore further, and ultimately decide to buy. Limited-Time Enhancements for Ultimate Publishing Projects To help authors … Continue reading Strengthen Your Book’s First Impression: Cover & Pitch Enhancement Promotion
February Savings for Authors Ready to Publish If you’re planning to publish a book—whether it’s your first or your next—February offers a valuable opportunity to move forward with added savings. For a limited time, authors can take advantage of discounts across multiple self-publishing packages. Limited-Time Package Discounts Through February 14 Through February 14, we’re offering special savings on our … Continue reading February Publishing Savings: Up to 30% Off Publishing Packages
February Is a Great Time to Start Publishing Whether you’re preparing to publish your first book or planning your next project, February is an excellent time to move forward. A new year brings fresh momentum—and a limited-time promotion adds extra value for authors ready to take the next step. Limited-Time $500 Publishing Savings For a short time, authors … Continue reading $500 Off the Ultimate Self-Publishing Package
Today is World Read Aloud Day, an annual global celebration created by LitWorld that highlights the importance of reading aloud and sharing stories in our communities. Outskirts Press is proud to be an official sponsor of World Read Aloud Day 2026, and we’re honored to support LitWorld’s mission of strengthening literacy, confidence, and connection through … Continue reading Outskirts Press Sponsors World Read Aloud Day — And How Authors Can Use It to Market Any Book
Black History Month is a time to honor, amplify, and celebrate Black authors whose stories shape culture, preserve history, and expand perspectives. Self-publishing has become a powerful avenue for Black writers to control their narratives and reach readers worldwide. Why Representation in Storytelling Matters Books written by Black authors offer lived experiences, cultural insight, and … Continue reading Celebrating Black Voices in Publishing
National Storytelling Week celebrates the timeless art of sharing stories—whether through books, spoken word, digital platforms, or personal experiences. Observed in early February, this week is a natural opportunity for authors and self-publishers to spotlight the heart of what they do best: telling meaningful stories that connect, inspire, and endure. For authors at any stage of their publishing … Continue reading National Storytelling Week: Why February Is a Powerful Time for Authors
Before a book ever reaches readers, it must pass through a critical phase that determines its long-term success: pre-production. This stage lays the foundation for everything that follows, from editing and design to distribution and marketing. January is an ideal time for authors to focus on pre-production quality and ensure their manuscript is truly publishing-ready before moving forward. … Continue reading The Pre-Production Quality Checklist—Getting Your Book Publishing-Ready
Behind every successful book listing is accurate, well-optimized metadata. Metadata—such as a book’s title, description, keywords, categories, and contributor information—plays a critical role in how books are discovered, distributed, and recommended across retail and library channels. Industry distributors like Ingram regularly emphasize the importance of keeping metadata current, as outdated or underperforming metadata can limit a book’s … Continue reading Why Book Metadata Updates Matter for Discoverability and Sales