As Thanksgiving arrives, we are reminded of how much we have to be grateful for at Outskirts Press—and at the top of that list is you, our authors. Each of you has entrusted us with your stories, your vision, and your dreams of publication. Whether you’ve written a children’s book to spark young imaginations, a memoir to preserve a family legacy … Continue reading Giving Thanks for Our Authors
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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
It’s National Book Award Week—a time to celebrate outstanding books and the authors who wrote them. While national award programs often recognize traditionally published works, self-published authors shouldn’t underestimate the power of book awards. Winning or even being nominated for the right awards can open doors, boost credibility and dramatically increase visibility. At Outskirts Press, we know how valuable recognition … Continue reading Why Book Awards Matter for Self-Published Authors
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
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-publishing writers to welcome in 2020! 1. Read — Let's keep reading off of the endangered species list! With a million books … Continue reading 20 Fantastic Tips for Self-Publishing Writers to Welcome in 2020!
Why do we put ourselves through this whole "New Year's Resolutions" process each year? Is it because starting a new year somehow frees us up to do things we weren't able to do before? Unlikely. One working theory is that New Year's Resolutions came about as a combination of cultural ceremony and human psychology, wherein … Continue reading Ten Writing Resolutions to Jump-Start 2019