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Here are the Outskirts Press Top 10 Bestsellers for the month of August. Click on the book cover for more information or to order.
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Will the skinny, scrawny wildebeests outsmart the big, brave crocodile?
Crocodile is basking in the sun on the banks of the Mara River and feeling very, very sleepy… A herd of wildebeests is on alert, warily watching Crocodile. They want to cross to the other side of the river where the grass is greener, and although Crocodile has closed his eyes, he could be faking! The wildebeests inch closer to the banks of the river—Crocodile does not move. Nor do Crocodile’s eyes. What to do? The Mara River flows through Kenya and Tanzania, in beautiful Africa, and it is central to the wildlife of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara. Every year more than a million wildebeests cross the Mara River as they follow the rains to greener pastures. And the crocodiles await the great migration. This story, inspired by a once-in-a-lifetime African safari, touches on the challenges that the wildebeests and crocodiles face in their daily efforts to survive.
Sarah Sebring Binder has been an educator for more than 40 years, sharing her love of reading, writing, and storytelling with students. Her stories share the joy of family, friends and the great, big world around us, along with the magnificence of Planet Earth. “The more we know about our strong, beautiful, yet vulnerable planet, its people, places, and living creatures, the more we can be inspired to care for it and all the living things with which we share Earth.” When she is not writing, Sarah loves to garden, dance, fiddle, travel, and quilt.
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Carl J. Mattina Ph.D, NHD, CMT, now retired, had owned and operated his natural health practice for more than twenty years. His emphasis was on stress management, lifestyle modification, and natural, nutritionally balanced dietary requirements. Preventive measures are in place. He practices what he preaches. As an avocation and for recreation, Dr. Mattina participates in the performing arts.
“When I first opened my box of 10 books, the beautiful cover of multi-colored rays of light grabbed my attention. Then I noticed what I had missed on-line when I proofed the cover, and, that is, the small figure at the bottom which is me as a child looking up toward the face of the adult….a magnificent cover.
I had a choice of artwork for the chapter headings and page numbers, and I chose the right one for my book. The subheadings or subchapters are also nicely done. In general, the format looks great!
I am pleased with the photos. They are clear and perfectly placed. Also, the figures and tables are neatly done.
The back cover with its catchy heading, brief synopsis, biography of the author, and his photograph completes the immediate excellent impression of the book.
CARL J. MATTINA, Ph.D., NHD, CMT SHARES HIS SECRETS FOR SUCCESSFULLY OVERCOMING FEAR AND ANXIETY
Mind Trek: My Journey from Panic to Peace invites readers to explore the life of Carl J. Mattina Ph.D., NHD, CMT, whose world was filled with panic, stress, and depression; and rejoice in his triumphant victory over fear and anxiety as he fulfills his most passionate dreams. If you are one of millions who suffer from severe anxiety and agoraphobia, relax. You can put an end to abnormal fear. Anxiety is primarily a learned condition, and it can be unlearned with appropriate techniques. Once unshackled from fear, you too can enjoy the freedom to live life without limits.
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At Outskirts Press we recognize the importance of continually “relaunching” your book for weeks, months, or even years after publication. No matter when your book is published, launching or relaunching a book is an important foundation to any successful book marketing efforts. In fact, you can even launch a book BEFORE it is published…
With that in mind, here are ten ways you can start marketing your book before it is even published:
Build a mailing list This is one of the most important things you can do to market your book, as it allows you to stay in touch with potential readers and generate excitement for your upcoming release. You can start building your mailing list by offering something of value, such as a free excerpt from your book, a chance to win a prize, or access to exclusive content.
Create a pre-order campaign This is a great way to generate sales and buzz for your book before it is even published. You can set up pre-order campaigns on major retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble, as well as on your own author website.
Reach out to book bloggers and reviewers Send them advance copies of your book and ask them to review it. If they like your book, they may be willing to blog about it, share it on social media, or even give it a positive review on Amazon. Guest blog on other websites and blogs This is a great way to reach a new audience and promote your book. Look for websites and blogs that are relevant to your genre and offer to write a guest post for them.
Run social media contests and giveaways This is a fun and engaging way to promote your book and generate excitement among your followers. Offer prizes such as free books, gift cards, or merchandise.
Connect with other authors in your genre Cross-promote each other’s books on social media and in your newsletters. You can also collaborate on events or projects together.
Attend book signings and other events This is a great way to meet potential readers and generate interest in your book. If you’re not sure where to find events, check your local library or bookstore.
Pitch your book to the media Contact local newspapers, magazines, and radio and television stations to see if they would be interested in interviewing you or reviewing your book.
Run paid advertising campaigns This can be a great way to reach a wider audience and promote your book. However, it’s important to set a budget and track your results so that you can see what’s working and what’s not.
Create a book video trailer This is a short video that promotes your book in a creative and visually appealing way. You can share your book trailer on social media and your author website.
Speaking of marketing, we are thrilled to offer our unbeatable Book Launch Bundle at a 10% discount until the end of this month.
The Book Launch Bundle includes everything you need to launch or “relaunch” your book to troves of new readers, including a custom press release, a custom book video trailer, social media set-up, and expert marketing assistance from a Book Marketing Specialist.
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Are you ready to publish a book that looks like a million bucks? This is your last chance to get a professional custom cover with your book publication for no extra cost.
Through the end of the month, when you purchase the Ultimate Black and White package or Ultimate Full-Color package, a professional cover designer will create a unique custom cover exclusively for your book based upon your specifications. It’s free during this limited-time promotion!
As an extra bonus, when you start publishing this September, you will also get twice as many free author’s copies when your book is published.
To claim this offer, simply enter the promotion code twoxcover at checkout. When your book (with its beautiful custom cover) is published, you’ll receive twice as many free author copies.
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Congratulations to Sarah Sebring Binder, author of Pack Rat’s Lost and Found, the 2023 Outskirts Press Best Book of the Year. Pack Rat’s Lost and Found is illustrated by Virgil Pedro. Congratulations to them both!
See the results of the poll below.
The desert critters concoct a clever plan when Pack Rat’s wish is granted.
Outskirts Press Best Book of the Year Winner and EVVY Gold Medal Winner!
Every night, by the light of the moon, Pack Rat whispers to the glittering stars, “Star bright, star light, first star I see tonight, wish I may, wish I might, have the wish I wish tonight. I wish I might find a treasure tonight!” When Pack Rat’s wish comes true and he finds a glittering, gorgeous star, he is ecstatic and takes it back to his desert palace. But oh no, Mrs. Binder is missing one earring—a very special glittering gold star, a gift from her husband. Cat helps in the search and then recruits the desert birds. “Meow, meow, have you seen a glittering star?” Roadrunner races here and there spreading the word. The doves coo and call a crowd. Cactus Wren twitters. Gila Woodpecker tat-a-tat-tats and knocks on Owl’s door. Red-Tailed Hawk squawks, “I know the rat who stole the star. Pack Rat dragged it to his nest, and now he’s taking his daily beauty rest.” Now Cat must concoct the purrfect plan, with the help of his desert backyard critters, to retrieve the glittering gold star.
About the Author – Sarah Sebring Binder
Sarah Sebring Binder has been an educator for more than 40 years, sharing her love of reading, writing, and storytelling. When not writing, she loves to garden, dance, fiddle, travel, and quilt.
About the Illustrator: Virgil Pedro makes his home in Arizona. He became interested in creating art when his daughter became an artist, and honed his skills by taking classes, attending workshops, and working in art studios. He and his wife enjoy spending time with family.
Last week, we announced the three finalists for the 2023 Outskirts Press Best Book of the Year awards.
Today is the last day to vote on which of these talented authors have built an author platform and worked up the promotional muscle to earn top honors through a head-to-head-to-head competition! The Best Book of the Year Grand Prize winner and $1,500 Grand Prize that comes with it will be awarded based on the results of a live public poll. If you haven’t voted, today is your last chance.
Worldwide digital distribution for ebooks and audiobooks refers to the process of making digital versions of books and audiobooks available to readers and listeners around the world through various online platforms and retailers. This on-demand distribution method has become increasingly popular in recent years, and it offers several advantages for authors and readers:
Global Reach Ebooks and audiobooks can be distributed and accessed by readers everywhere. This global reach allows authors to reach a vast and diverse audience, transcending geographical boundaries.
Instant Access Readers can purchase and download ebooks and audiobooks instantly, providing immediate access to the content. This convenience is highly valued by consumers, as they don’t have to wait for physical copies to be shipped or become available in stores.
Lower Production Costs Producing and distributing digital books is generally more cost-effective than traditional print publishing. There are no printing, shipping, or warehousing costs associated with ebooks and audiobooks.
Easier Updates and Revisions Authors and publishers can easily update or revise digital books, ensuring that readers always have access to the latest content. This is particularly beneficial for textbooks, reference materials, and works that require periodic updates.
Environmental Impact Digital distribution reduces the environmental impact associated with traditional print publishing, such as paper production and transportation. It aligns with eco-friendly practices and sustainability.
Greater Control Authors and publishers have more control over pricing, distribution, and marketing strategies for digital books. They can experiment with pricing models, run promotions, and make real-time adjustments.
Accessibility Ebooks and audiobooks can be made more accessible to people with disabilities through features like text-to-speech, adjustable fonts, and screen reader compatibility. This helps publishers and authors reach a broader audience.
Variety of Platforms Authors and publishers can choose from a wide range of platforms and retailers to distribute their digital books, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Google Play Books, Audible, and more. This diversity of distribution channels increases exposure to potential readers.
Speed to Market Digital distribution allows authors to publish their work quickly, often within a matter of weeks.
Long-Term Availability Ebooks and audiobooks that are digitally distributed on-demand can remain available for an extended period at a nominal cost, even if they are not bestsellers.
Not surprisingly, many of these advantages are also shared by physical print-on-demand books. To learn more about how worldwide digital distribution and zero-inventory management works, click here.
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All this month we are recognizing our authors’ successes through the Colorado Independent Publishers Association EVVY Awards. Each one of our three Best Book of the Year Award Finalists has received a complimentary Book Video Trailer to help with their marketing efforts. Your vote helps determine the winner of this coveted award at https://selfpublishingnews.com so be sure to check out each of the finalists here and place your vote for the winner. The poll ends this Friday.
In order to celebrate, ALL of our published authors are eligible for an instant 20% discount on your very own custom-made book video trailer.
A book video trailer is like a movie trailer for your book. It uses images, music, and text to capture the essence of your book and entice viewers to buy it. A book video trailer can be shared on social media, YouTube, your author website, and other platforms to reach a wider audience and increase your book sales.
To claim this offer, simply enter the promotion code vidsvtwty at checkout when ordering the book video trailer from Outskirts Press. You’ll receive an instant 20% discount. We promote all our book video trailers on our blog and add them to our YouTube channel. Plus, you receive the final video file to further market your book however you wish.
But hurry, this offer ends when the Best Book of the Year is announced, so don’t miss this chance to save on an amazing, customized book video trailer that can skyrocket your book sales!
