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
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
While spring often signifies new beginnings in literature and poetry (a rebirth, if you will), it's often difficult to translate those slow and sudden changes which signify spring in the natural world into internal transformation, especially transformation of our work as writers. Here at Outskirts Press, we believe the charm and warmth of spring should … Continue reading Time for a Spring Reset? Here’s How…
As a self-publishing author, you have complete control over how your book is published and distributed. That's good, because your ultimate goal is to reach a wide and diverse audience, and connecting with readers who prefer different formats is perhaps the best way to do this. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is … Continue reading 7 Reasons Why You Should Publish Your Book in Multiple Formats
As the warm rays of summer beckon, it's the perfect time to finish that manuscript you've been working on. Summer is a time for relaxation, fun, and adventure. But it's also a great time to finish writing your book. Here are ten motivating tips to help: Embrace the Season of RenewalSummer is a time of … Continue reading Finish Writing Your Book This Summer: 10 Inspiring Thoughts
If you are an aspiring author, you may have wondered: is it better to self-publish or get a publisher? This is a common question that many writers face when they want to share their work with the world. There are pros and cons to both options, but in this article, we will focus on why … Continue reading Is It Better to Self-Publish or Get a Publisher?
Have you ever considered writing a romance novel? . . . If not, what are you waiting for? Romance is one of the best-selling genres and has a built-in audience addicted to the drama, intrigue, and complex characters created specifically for them. Danielle Steel is one of the highest-paid authors globally, with Nicolas Sparks as … Continue reading Amore, Amore, Love Is in the Air! Tips on Writing a Successful Romance Novel
Not every traveler is a storyteller, but every storyteller takes readers on a trip, whether it's down memory lane or far afield, in far-flung places which may or may not be on their respective bucket lists. Writer J.E. Leigh observes that we all of us crave the feeling of being special, of reaching beyond our … Continue reading Go Wild, Then Write About It; Then Publish That Travel Book
While spring often signifies new beginnings in literature and poetry (a rebirth, if you will), it's often difficult to translate those slow and sudden changes which signify spring in the natural world into internal transformation, especially transformation of our work as writers. Here at Outskirts Press, we believe the charm and warmth of spring should … Continue reading Time for a Spring Reset? Here’s How.