November is National Memoir Writing Month, a time to celebrate the power of personal storytelling. Memoirs are more than books—they are windows into individual lives, histories and experiences that teach us, move us and inspire us. At Outskirts Press, we’re proud to help authors transform their life stories into published works that reach readers around the world. This month, we’re shining a … Continue reading Celebrate National Memoir Writing Month with Inspiring Stories
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November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)—a worldwide challenge where writers commit to drafting 50,000 words in just 30 days. If you’ve joined in, congratulations! You’re already showing the discipline and creativity it takes to be an author. And now that we’ve reached the halfway mark, it’s the perfect time to reflect, re-energize and push through to the finish line. Tips for Staying Motivated in … Continue reading Halfway Through NaNoWriMo: Keep Writing and Bring Your Book to Life
November is National Memoir Writing Month which is a great time to market your memoir or autobiography. Well, actually, every month is a great time to do that, but you may find bookstores, libraries, bloggers, influencers, and writing groups more receptive to it than usual during the days of November. Perhaps these marketing ideas will … Continue reading How to Market Your Memoir
National Memoir Writing Month, observed each November, is a time dedicated to encouraging people to write and reflect on their personal stories. It's similar to National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) but focuses specifically on the nonfiction genre of memoirs and autobiographies, which capture YOUR real-life experiences and insights. The month serves as a prompt for … Continue reading What IS National Memoir Writing Month, Exactly!?
National Memoir Writing Month takes place each November and is a time when writers are encouraged to work on their personal stories and to leave their legacy. Here are top 10 tips to help you craft a compelling memoir.When you're ready to publish it, we hope you strongly consider Outskirts Press, the only #1-ranked and … Continue reading Top 10 Tips to Tackle Writing Your Memoir
20% Book Review Promo Code: savebundle How can book reviews help you promote your book, gain more readers, and sell more copies? 1. Social Proof and Credibility Reviews act as social proof. Potential readers often rely on other people's opinions before purchasing a book, especially if the author is unknown or self-published. Therefore, positive reviews, … Continue reading [Save 20%] 5 Ways Book Reviews Help You Sell More Books
15% Promo Code: bktrailer Have you ever watched a movie trailer and felt intrigued by the story, the characters, and the visuals? Have you ever wondered if you could do the same for marketing your book? A book video trailer is a short promotional video that showcases your book in an engaging and captivating way. … Continue reading Top 10 Reasons to Market Your Book with a Video Trailer
When you have a story—or history or cookbook or memoir—to share, you know that a big mental and emotional relief comes from just getting it out and onto paper. The life cycle of some stories stops right there. But if you go on to publish that story, you understandably wonder what financial relief there can … Continue reading Self-Publishing Return on Investment
In observance of Easter Sunday tomorrow, we would like to share a short tale with you (not of the bunny variety), so perk up your ears. Once upon a time, an American schoolgirl wrote to eminent Christian scholar C.S. Lewis. The year was 1959, and she wanted to know if he had any suggestions for … Continue reading 6 Writing Tips for Your Next Christian or Spiritual Book
When authors decide on the best self-publishing company for their masterpiece, one critical area is sometimes overlooked: author royalties. It can be a confusing topic because many publishers use different definitions to define what “royalties” means and different formulas to determine how author royalties are calculated. In the simplest terms of definition, “royalties” means the amount of … Continue reading Answers to your Book Royalty Questions