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Kelly Speaks, Self-Publishing Week in Review

Self-Publishing Week in Review: 7/08/14

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.

Should SFWA Allow Self-Published Authors To Join?

Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America has invited comment on how to include self-published and indie authors in its membership. The association currently requires members to publish a few short stories or one novel with a publisher paying “professional” rates.

Indie Spotlight on Children’s Authors

This article interviews five successful self-published children’s authors who share their self-publishing advice. This is a must read for children’s authors.

15 Insightful Quotations About Self-Publishing

If you are looking for inspiration or self-publishing words of wisdom, you’ll love this post. It features 15 insightful quotes from industry professionals.

The Guardian’s First Self-Published Book Prize Winner – Finally Some Recognition for Self-Published Authors

The author of this article shares her views on self-published authors receiving more recognition. It is an interesting read for all writers.

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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: 7/01/14

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.

Offset Printing Versus Print-on-Demand

When choosing a publisher, it is important to understand the different services offered. This article explains the difference between offset printing companies and print-on-demand companies.

Copyright Protection: The Best 35 Dollars You’ll Ever Spend

This great article explains what copyright law does and does not say, and it explains how to get a copyright and what to do if someone infringes your copyright. This is a must read for all authors.

 Self Publishing is Not for the Faint of Heart with Magda Alexander

This article discusses the importance of a great editor and proofreader and how to hire professionals. It also discusses formatting, book covers, and marketing.

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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: 6/24/14

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.

Self-publishing industry empowers local authors, service providers

This article shares self-publishing statistics and tips for marketing your book. It is an interesting read for all writers.

Self-Publishing Offers Hope for Diverse Authors Shut Out by Traditional Publishers

This article points out the lack of diversity in the publishing industry and how self-publishing can help close the gap. Self-publishing gives readers access to stories, characters, and settings outside the “mainstream.”

DIY: Book Jacket and Cover Design

This article shares why it may be a good investment to hire a professional to design your book cover. It shares how to choose a designer and how to maximize the design. This is a great read for anyone deciding whether to design their own cover or hire a professional.

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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: 6/17/14

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.

The Guardian’s first self-published book prize winner

The Guardian, a major newspaper, is now showcasing self-published authors. The publication has announced the first winner of its new monthly self-published book contest: Dinosaurs and Prime Numbers. It is important for authors to study other successful self-published books to help improve their own success.

Self-publishing boom lifts sales by 79% in a year

Self-published books’ share of the UK market grew by 79% in 2013, with 18m self-published books bought by UK readers last year, according to new statistics. This article details the findings in the study that shows self-publishing is still booming. This is a must read for self-publishing authors.

Writers Who Rocked Self-Publishing

This Publisher’s Weekly article features three successful self-published authors and shares their secrets to success. This is a must read for all self-published authors.

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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: 6/10/14

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.

Self-published Authors Learn to Market to Libraries

This article details the “Moving beyond online sales: Marketing to libraries” program by uPublishU. Topics discussed include why marketing to libraries is important, ebooks, and marketing tips. This is a fascinating read for all self-publishing authors.

Are Book Giveaways Still Worth It for Indie Authors?

In this article, several successful indie authors share their thoughts on book giveaways. This is an interesting read for authors considering book giveaways and for those looking for promotional ideas.

The #1 Reason to go Indie

This blogger shares the number one reason to self-publish your book. This is a must read for anyone considering self-publishing.

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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.