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Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 8/20/13

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.

Why is self-publishing still scorned by literary awards?

This reporter brings up a very interesting, and true, point: as an increasing number of self-publishing authors climb the bestseller lists, book prizes will have to rethink their entry criteria. Currently, most literary awards are closed to self-published books.

Self-Published Author Takes Two Spots in iBookstore Top 10

Supporting the point that self-publishing authors produce quality, in-demand books, this article talks about a self-published author who recently took two spots on a top 10 list. That is a major accomplishment for any author, self-published or not.

Cozy Mystery Rises on Self-Published Bestsellers List

Here is yet another self-publishing success story. This mystery author recently took three spots on MediaBistro’s Self-Published Bestsellers List. If you are planning to self-publish a book, you should frequently check out the list to stay up to date on industry trends. It is helpful to know which books readers are enjoying and what other authors are writing.

Self-published author wins $25,000 PEN prize

Sergio de la Pava’s self-published book “A Naked Singularity” recently won the PEN/Robert W Bingham award, winning the author $25,000. The Robert W Bingham prize is the most lucrative award given by PEN, and it is often awarded to writers published by small or unconventional presses that take risks on unfamiliar names.

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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.
Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 8/13/13

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 in self-publishing this week.

Linda Gillard on self-publishing: ‘I market myself, not a genre’

Successful self-published author Linda Gillard talks about her self-publishing experience, including pricing, marketing, and working with editors and designers. She also shares why she never plans on going back to traditional publishing.

Hoffman: Should a self-published book be your next business card?

This writer suggests that books are the next business card and are just as important as having a website and social media presence. Self-published books are a great way to build your credibility as a professional and to promote yourself. Self-publishing isn’t just for novelist. Many writers self-publish non-fiction books, and ghostwriters can provide assistance to those who need it.

Complimentary Kindle Edition for Authors Self-publishing With Outskirts Press in August

Authors who order Outskirts Press Diamond or Pearl book publishing package any time from August 1 through August 31 automatically qualify for the free Kindle Edition with the valid promotion code. Authors not only save hundreds on self-publishing services by bundling them with one of these two popular publishing packages, but receive a $199 Kindle Edition free.

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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.
Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 8/06/13

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 in self-publishing this week.

Six Self-Publishing Surprises

This writer shares six noteworthy self-published books with the goal of dispelling the myth that finding great self-published work is difficult to impossible. The review includes books in a variety of genres, including poetry, art, YA, and flash fiction. Interestingly, the writer discovered many of the featured authors on Twitter. It shows that social media truly is a powerful way to market your self-published book and to connect with others in the industry.

How Print-On-Demand Is Transforming Self-Publishing

This article talks about print-on-demand and the many benefits it offers as well as the impact it has on the publishing industry. The key points include more books and author control.

Bella Andre, Romance Author, Talks Self Publishing And Writing (VIDEO)

In this video, a self-publishing author shares parts of her new book, and she shares her self-publishing success story. One of the highlights is her comment that she now makes more per month than she did from an entire traditional publishing advance.

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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.
Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 7/30/13

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 in self-publishing this week.

5 Self-Published Writers to Follow on Twitter

Twitter is a great way to connect with other self-publishing authors. This article shares five inspiring and fascinating self-published writers to follow.

AcademicPub Launches Faculty Self-Publishing Service

AcademicPub, an automated coursepack service with a database of copyright cleared content, is launching Express Books, a self-publishing service that will allow professsors to publish their own books and distribute them through AcademicPub’s e-commerce platform. Using Express Books, professors can produce single books or anthologies, distribute them worldwide and receive 100% of the royalties on all books sold.

Outskirts Press Reveals Top 10 Best Selling Books in Self-Publishing for June  2013

Outskirts Press revealed the top best selling self-published books for June 2013. Visit the article to review the list and find out where you can purchase the books.

How To Self-Publish A Bestseller: Publishing 3.0

Successful self-publishing author James Altucher shares his secrets for success. He offers great tips in this article.

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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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Top 4 Self-Publishing FAQs: Part IV

This month I have been writing about FAQ such as how long it take to self-publish and how much will it cost. This week I will address the common question “Where can people buy my self-published book?”

There are many places readers will be able to purchase your book. However, the exact answer depends on your self-publishing company and the options you choose. Many companies offer different publishing packages that include various distribution options. For instance, Outskirts Press has several different packages with the following distribution options:

Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby authors receive worldwide wholesale distribution through wholesalers including Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Bertrams, and Gardners. Additionally, with the exception of Emerald books, all Outskirts Press books appear on worldwide e-retailer sites like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Powells, Books-A-Million, and many others. Ingram alone handles distribution and availability for nearly all bookstores and chains, while Baker & Taylor is largely used by libraries. Together, your book is available for order through over 25,000 sales channels worldwide.

Where your book is sold also depends on your own goals and marketing plan. For instance, you may choose to approach a local bookstore and ask them to carry your book. Self-publishing authors have access to a variety of retail options; the key to successfully selling your book is an effective marketing plan. It won’t matter where your book is sold if no one knows your book exists.

When choosing a self-publishing company, be sure to find out what distribution options and marketing help they offer, and don’t be afraid to approach additional markets. As a self-publishing author, you control how successful your book becomes.

If you have questions about self-publishing, feel free to comment below and I will try to address your topic in a future post. Also, be sure to check out the previous posts in this series:

Top 4 Self-Publishing FAQs: Part III

Top 4 Self-Publishing FAQs: Part II

The Cost of Self-Publishing

ABOUT JODEE THAYER: With over 20 years of experience in sales and management, Jodee Thayer works as the Manager of Author Services for Outskirts Press. The Author Services Department is composed of knowledgeable customer service reps and publishing consultants; together, they all focus on educating authors on the self-publishing process in order to help them publish the book of their dreams. Whether you are a professional looking to take your career to the next level with platform-driven non-fiction or a novelist seeking fame, fortune, and/or personal fulfillment, Jodee Thayer can put you on the right path.