Category: Kelly Speaks

Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 6/03/14

As a self-publishing author, you may find it helpful to stay up-to-date on the trends and news related to the self-publishing industry. This will help you make informed decisions before, during and after the self-publishing process, which will lead to a greater self-publishing experience. To help you stay current on self-publishing topics, simply visit our blog every Tuesday to find out the hottest news.

A Beginner’s Guide to Self-Publishing and Marketing

This writer offers step by step instructions for making your self-published book successful. She covers everything from preparation to publication to marketing. This is an interesting read for anyone considering self-publishing.

Publishers Weekly to Integrate Self-Published Reviews in Book Reviews Section

Publishers Weekly doesn’t care if a book is published by a transitional publisher or is self-published. Both types of books will now be fully integrated into their magazine publisher’s regular review pages both in print and online.

‘Abducted’ Leads the Self-Published Bestsellers List

Abducted by T.R. Ragan leads Self-published Bestsellers List this past week. Reading successful self-published works and looking at the author’s marketing strategies is a great way to improve your own work.
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ABOUT KELLY SCHUKNECHT: Kelly Schuknecht is the Vice President of Outskirts Press. In addition to her contributions to the Outskirts Press blog at blog.outskirtspress.com, Kelly and a group of talented marketing experts offer book marketing services, support, and products to not only published Outskirts Press authors, but to all authors and professionals who are interested in marketing their books and/or careers. Learn more about Kelly on her blog at http://kellyschuknecht.com.
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How to Make the Most of BookExpo America 2014

BookExpo America (BEA) is currently taking place at the Javits Center in NYC until Saturday, May 31, 2014 . This event is an excellent opportunity to network, learn about the publishing industry, and promote yourself and your self-published book. Here is what you need to know and do to make the most of Book Expo America.

1. Plan ahead

Before attending the event, spend some time planning. Review author sessions and exhibit list to create your own personal schedule. Also, be sure to view the floor plan, so you know exactly where to go. This will help you use your time efficiently.

2. Register online.

BEA offers excellent online resources to help attendees plan their visit to the exhibit. One of these great resources is online registration. During the registration, you can also purchase tickets for special events such as Author Breakfasts and Autographing Passes.

3. Dress appropriately.

Since you will be networking, you will want to look professional, but you will also want to dress comfortably. Wear comfortable shoes since you’ll be walking a lot. Also, dress in layers since you may get warm walking around but be chilly while attending one of the conferences.

4. Pack for survival.

Come equipped with items that will help you enjoy the event. Bring a water bottle and your phone charger. Also, pack a small notebook and pen to jot down ideas and notes.

5. Take a break and enjoy the city.

While in NYC, take a break from the exhibit and enjoy the city. There are plenty of great restaurants and attractions to check out.

I’d love to know, what are your tips for those attending BEA?

ABOUT KELLY SCHUKNECHT: Kelly Schuknecht is the Vice President of Outskirts Press. In addition to her contributions to the Outskirts Press blog at blog.outskirtspress.com, Kelly and a group of talented marketing experts offer book marketing services, support, and products to not only published Outskirts Press authors, but to all authors and professionals who are interested in marketing their books and/or careers. Learn more about Kelly on her blog at http://kellyschuknecht.com.
Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 5/27/14

As a self-publishing author, you may find it helpful to stay up-to-date on the trends and news related to the self-publishing industry. This will help you make informed decisions before, during and after the self-publishing process, which will lead to a greater self-publishing experience. To help you stay current on self-publishing topics, simply visit our blog every Tuesday to find out the hottest news.

Publishers Weekly Gets Into the Self-Publishing Business

Publishers Weekly is getting into the self-publishing business with the launch of a new site dedicated to self-publishing.  BookLife  will go live on May 29, 2014 at BookExpo America. The site will focus on three main subject areas: book creation, publishing,  and book marketing.

Publishers Weekly Releases eBook Guide to Publishing & Self-Publishing

Publishers Weekly has published a self-published eBook guide. Publishing 101: The Publishers Weekly Introduction to Publishing and Self-Publishing is designed to help authors navigate every step of the publishing process. This is an excellent resource for authors considering self-publishing.

Adventures in Self-Publishing: The Miraculous & Unexpected Venture of Poet Aaron Ozee

Poet Aaron Ozee shares his self-publishing journey and talks about self-publishing in print, ebook, and audiobook format. This is an interesting read for self-publishing poets.

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ABOUT KELLY SCHUKNECHT: Kelly Schuknecht is the Vice President of Outskirts Press. In addition to her contributions to the Outskirts Press blog at blog.outskirtspress.com, Kelly and a group of talented marketing experts offer book marketing services, support, and products to not only published Outskirts Press authors, but to all authors and professionals who are interested in marketing their books and/or careers. Learn more about Kelly on her blog at http://kellyschuknecht.com.
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ALA Conference 2014 in Las Vegas

The American Library Association annual conference and exhibit will take place in Las Vegas starting June 26, 2014 through July 1, 2014. The event features a variety of exhibits, speakers, and networking opportunities. It is a great chance for self-publishing authors to learn more about the publishing industry and network with other professionals.

Events such as the ALA Conference are excellent for helping self-published authors sell their books. Networking and learning about the industry are key steps in becoming a self-publishing successful story.

Some of the many benefits of attending the event include:

  • Make your library more efficient
  • Save your library time and money
  • Better serve your library users
  • Become a more effective library advocate
  • Make your library network stronger
  • Build a stronger reputation for your library
  • Inject fresh energy, excitement, and professionalism into your work
  • Become an excited, well-formed professional

First time attendees should review Leigh Milligan’s top ten tips in her article for INALJ based on her experience at the 2014 ALA Midwinter Meeting. Read the full article here.

You can find other helpful resources for first time attendees, exhibitors, and job searches by visiting http://ala14.ala.org/.

Annual registration and housing are now available. You can begin the registration process by visiting http://ala14.ala.org/register-now.

I’d love to know, do you plan on attending the 2014 ALA Conference? If you’ve attended an ALA Conference in the past, how did it impact your publishing success?

ABOUT KELLY SCHUKNECHT: Kelly Schuknecht is the Vice President of Outskirts Press. In addition to her contributions to the Outskirts Press blog at blog.outskirtspress.com, Kelly and a group of talented marketing experts offer book marketing services, support, and products to not only published Outskirts Press authors, but to all authors and professionals who are interested in marketing their books and/or careers. Learn more about Kelly on her blog at http://kellyschuknecht.com.
Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 5/20/14

As a self-publishing author, you may find it helpful to stay up-to-date on the trends and news related to the self-publishing industry. This will help you make informed decisions before, during and after the self-publishing process, which will lead to a greater self-publishing experience. To help you stay current on self-publishing topics, simply visit our blog every Tuesday to find out the hottest news.

Choosing a Genre — Thrillers

This thriller author shares why she decided to write thrillers and explains the genre to authors trying to decide what type of stories they want to write. She explains key characteristics of the thriller genre as well as tips for writing thrillers. This is an interesting read for anyone considering writing a thriller.

Beginner’s Guide to Self-Publishing and Marketing

This article explains why self-publishing is a great option and shares tips to help make your book a success. Topics covered include social media, editing, formatting, marketing, tracking sales, and more. This is a great read for self-publishing authors.

How to Self-Publish for Free by Crowdfunding Your Book

This article explains the method of crowdfunding and how you can use it to finance your self-publishing project. The author provides step by step instructions and advice. This is an interesting read for authors looking for innovative ways to fund their self-publishing projects.

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ABOUT KELLY SCHUKNECHT: Kelly Schuknecht is the Vice President of Outskirts Press. In addition to her contributions to the Outskirts Press blog at blog.outskirtspress.com, Kelly and a group of talented marketing experts offer book marketing services, support, and products to not only published Outskirts Press authors, but to all authors and professionals who are interested in marketing their books and/or careers. Learn more about Kelly on her blog at http://kellyschuknecht.com.