As the clock winds down on 2025, many authors are taking a breath, wrapping up the year, and thinking ahead. If you’ve published a book or are preparing one for release, now is the perfect moment to set the stage for a productive, strategic 2026 book-marketing year. A well-organized plan today means less scrambling, fewer missed opportunities, and more consistent … Continue reading Wrap 2025 Strong — Get Ready for Your Best Book Marketing Year Yet in 2026
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As the year draws to a close and the holiday season fills the air with joy, reflection, and gratitude, all of us at Outskirts Press want to take a moment to celebrate you—our authors, supporters, and the entire creative community that makes our work meaningful. Whether you published with us years ago, released your book this year, are … Continue reading Merry Christmas from Outskirts Press: Celebrating the Stories That Connect Us All
The holidays are here—and so is one of the best publishing opportunities of the entire year. Whether you're finishing revisions, outlining your next book, or planning a New Year writing goal, our Holiday Publishing Sale gives you everything you need to begin 2026 with momentum, strategy, and confidence. From December 23 through December 26, authors who select one of our Ultimate … Continue reading Holiday Publishing Sale: Save 25% + Get the 2026 Author Marketing Calendar Free
Every December, something magical happens in Iceland. Families exchange books on Christmas Eve, curl up with warm drinks, and spend the night reading. This tradition is called Jólabókaflóð, meaning “The Christmas Book Flood,” and it has become a beloved celebration of stories, connection, and cozy winter reading. But this tradition isn’t just for Iceland—it’s become a global inspiration. And for authors, it opens … Continue reading How Authors Can Use Jólabókaflóð—The Icelandic “Christmas Book Flood”—to Promote their Book
The holiday season moves fast—and so do holiday shoppers. As December winds down, many people are still scrambling to find meaningful, affordable, last-minute gifts. That’s great news for authors, because eBooks are one of the easiest, fastest, and most giftable digital products available. Whether readers need a quick present for a friend, a budget-friendly stocking stuffer, or a … Continue reading How Authors Can Boost Sales by Promoting eBooks as Last-Minute Gifts and Stocking Stuffers
As we flip the calendar toward a new year, we’re excited to mark a very special milestone: exactly 50 days until World Read Aloud Day 2026. Since its founding in 2010 by LitWorld — a global movement committed to upping the volume on literacy, storytelling, and community — WRAD has inspired millions of people worldwide to share stories aloud, reconnect with the joy of … Continue reading 50 Days Until World Read Aloud Day — Let’s Get Loud!
December isn’t just the season of gift-giving, cozy nights, and twinkling lights—it’s also Read a New Book Month, an ideal time for authors to put their work in front of readers who are actively seeking something fresh to dive into. With holiday shopping at its peak and readers craving new stories to enjoy during winter downtime, December offers a … Continue reading How Authors Can Promote Their Book During December’s Read a New Book Month
The holiday season is filled with gifts that sparkle, entertain, or bring temporary joy—but some gifts last a lifetime. For writers, dreamers, storytellers, and anyone who has ever said “I want to write a book someday,” there is no gift more meaningful than the chance to finally make that dream a reality. With the Outskirts Press Gift Card, … Continue reading Give the Gift of Publishing: How Authors Can Inspire Others with the Outskirts Press Gift Card
Ready to take your self-published book from great to award-winning? If you’re looking to boost your credibility, gain industry attention and open new doors for your book, the Foreword INDIES Book Awards may be your next big opportunity. Unlike many mainstream awards that favor traditionally published titles, the Foreword INDIES were created specifically to recognize excellence in independent publishing—making it one of the most respected … Continue reading How to Gain Credibility, Visibility & Respect with the Foreword INDIES Book Awards How to Gain Credibility, Visibility & Respect with the Foreword INDIES Book Awards
If you’re preparing to publish a book in the new year, December brings an exclusive opportunity you won’t want to miss. From December 9 through December 22, Outskirts Press is offering a powerful bonus for authors who begin their publishing journey with one of our Ultimate Publishing Packages. This limited-time incentive adds exceptional value to your book launch—giving you more support, … Continue reading December Publishing Bonus: Get $500 in Credit + Double Author Copies with the Ultimate Publishing Packages