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Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 03/03/15

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.

Four Reasons to Self-Publish Your Children’s Book

In this Huffington Post article, author and illustrator Sue Shanahan shares what she learned during her publishing journey and why she thinks self-publishing is a great option for children’s book authors. This is a must read for all writers considering self-publishing.

A Recipe for Success: Tips for Self-Publishing Your Cookbook

This Publisher’s Weekly article offers helpful tips for cookbook authors. Topics covered include building a platform, finding your niche, creating a team, and more. It is a must read for authors interested in self-publishing a cookbook.

LAPL, SELF-e, Surprising Stats | Self-Publishing & Libraries

This Library Journal article discusses self-publishing statistics and how they impact libraries. This is an interesting read for authors and librarians.

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ABOUT KELLY SCHUKNECHT: Kelly Schuknecht is the Executive 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.
Self-Publishing Book Review of the Week

Weekly Self-Published Book Review: Lazarus in the Labyrinth

Book reviews are a great way for self-publishing authors to gain exposure. After all, how can someone buy your book if he or she doesn’t know it exists? Paired with other elements of your book promotion strategy, requesting reviews is a great way to get people talking about what you’ve written.

When we read good reviews, we definitely like to share them. It gives the author a few (permanent) moments of fame and allows us to let the community know about a great book. Here’s this week’s book review by Midwest Book Review:

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Lazarus in the Labyrinth

TR Hanes

Publisher: Outskirts Press

ISBN: 9781432784713

An empty death would be preferable to some. “Lazarus in the Labyrinth” follows Reno Antonin, a man under the weight of his life. As his health continually fails and his family seems to fade away, he is left with a life he views as not worth living. Exploring the idea of consciousness, he seeks a rebirth, not fully understanding what it truly means. “Lazarus in the Labyrinth” is an original read with twists on depression and the drive to start anew.

Self-Publishing Book Review of the Week

Weekly Self-Published Book Review: Tell Me a Story

Book reviews are a great way for self-publishing authors to gain exposure. After all, how can someone buy your book if he or she doesn’t know it exists? Paired with other elements of your book promotion strategy, requesting reviews is a great way to get people talking about what you’ve written.

When we read good reviews, we definitely like to share them. It gives the author a few (permanent) moments of fame and allows us to let the community know about a great book. Here’s this week’s book review by Midwest Book Review:

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Tell Me a Story

Bea Gold

Publisher: Outskirts Press

ISBN: 9781432778002

As we face our adult lives, we remember how we got where we are. “Tell Me a Story: Stories from a Childhood in Old New York” is a blend of memoir and art from Bea Gold, as she presents full color artwork throughout, as she shares her youth with readers, growing up a first generation Jewish American in pre-World War II New York City. “Tell Me a Story” has its own unique charm, and is very much worth considering for art and memoir collections.

Self-Publishing Book Review of the Week

Weekly Self-Published Book Review: Flash Bangs

Book reviews are a great way for self-publishing authors to gain exposure. After all, how can someone buy your book if he or she doesn’t know it exists? Paired with other elements of your book promotion strategy, requesting reviews is a great way to get people talking about what you’ve written.

When we read good reviews, we definitely like to share them. It gives the author a few (permanent) moments of fame and allows us to let the community know about a great book. Here’s this week’s book review by Midwest Book Review:

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Flash Bangs

Andy Underwood

Publisher: Outskirts Press

ISBN: 9781432783488

Length is not a required ingredient for a good story. “Flash Bangs: A Sparkling Array of Hundred-Word Short Stories” is a collection of short fiction from Andy Underwood, who takes people into the throws tales of episodic drama at readers, charging them with all too common problems like addiction, as well as stories off the beaten path, ghosts stories, pets, and much more. “Flash Bangs” is a choice pick for fans of flash fiction, recommended.

Self-Publishing Book Review of the Week

Weekly Self-Published Book Review: My Brother’s Keeper

Book reviews are a great way for self-publishing authors to gain exposure. After all, how can someone buy your book if he or she doesn’t know it exists? Paired with other elements of your book promotion strategy, requesting reviews is a great way to get people talking about what you’ve written.

When we read good reviews, we definitely like to share them. It gives the author a few (permanent) moments of fame and allows us to let the community know about a great book. Here’s this week’s book review by Midwest Book Review:

 

My Brother’s Keeper

A. J. Farris

Publisher: Outskirts Press

ISBN: 9781432784287

As we face our demise, we wonder what lead up to this point. “My Brother’s Keeper” follows Morgan Sheldon, as he faces accusations of a murder he holds was in self-defense, but no one will believe his claims. As his world collapses around him, he looks for anything to prove his innocence, as time runs shorter and shorter. “My Brother’s Keeper” is a strong pick for general fiction collections, very much recommended.