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Outskirts Press Voted #1 in Self-Publishing by Top Consumer Reviews — 10 Years in a Row

Top Consumer Reviews ranks Outskirts Press #1 in Self-Publishing 10 years in a row

Choosing where to publish your manuscript can feel overwhelming, especially with so many self-publishing options available today.

Fortunately, Top Consumer Reviews has made that decision easier.

For the tenth consecutive year the independent consumer review site has named Outskirts Press the #1 self-publishing service, recognizing our consistent commitment to quality, service, and author success.

According to Top Consumer Reviews, Outskirts Press continues to stand out for its comprehensive publishing solutions, strong customer support, and author-friendly approach. Reviewers cite our wide range of publishing options, attentive service, and 100% royalty structure as key reasons we remain at the top year after year.

As TopConsumerReviews.com states:

“Everything you could need from a self-publishing provider can be found at Outskirts Press. This company’s strong reputation, excellent range of packages, and à la carte services are just a few of the reasons why they remain at the top of our rankings. Outskirts Press continues to be our top pick among self-publishing services.”

Now it’s your turn to experience the publishing company that authors have trusted — and reviewers have ranked — #1 for a decade straight.

Our experienced Publishing Consultants are ready to help you take the next step toward achieving your goals and bringing your book to life.

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Amazon Featured Book-of-the-Week

Amazon Featured Book-of-the-Week “Arasgain Saga: Hope – Book One” by V G Cooper

The unusual “birthmarks” on Ava Lewis’s wrists- one in the shape of a sword and the other a shield-and her unnatural success in the equestrian theater of Medieval Mounted Archery inspired her belief in a preordained destiny. But now age has taken Ava’s health and dreams, and diminished her equestrian skills, leaving her disappointed and confused. Heading back to her childhood home in West Virginia for work as an event coordinator for a Renaissance Fair and Games, she reflects on her past and wonders why everyone she has ever loved is gone. And then the stranger appears at her camper door. He looks to be part of the Renaissance Fair, but Ava can’t place his strange accent as he explains that she carries the marks of a kingdom’s champion on her wrists-and he’s the one who put them there when she was an infant. Even more startling? The stranger recites a prophecy by a powerful wizard, one that Ava is destined to fulfill-to save Arasgain at the Inter Realm of time. Hope is book one of the Arasgain Saga, filled with inspiration, adventure, and one woman’s incredible destiny.

Have you written a book that you’d like to publish?

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April 10, 2026 / amazon, amazon books, animal sports, Arasgain Saga, Book 1, equestrian, family & relationships, life stages, mid-life, one-click-publishing, outskirts press, self-publishing, sports & recreation, V G Cooper

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Writer’s Digest Self-Published Awards

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Gain Industry Recognition

The Writer’s Digest Self-Published Awards are one of the most respected competitions for independent authors. Entering your book can provide valuable recognition and signal quality to both readers and industry professionals.

Stand Out in a Competitive Market

With thousands of self-published titles released each year, awards help your book rise above the noise. Recognition can serve as a powerful differentiator when readers are deciding what to purchase.

Enhance Your Marketing Strategy

Award placements can be used across your marketing materials—from book covers to online listings—giving you an edge in promotions, advertising, and media outreach.

Strengthen Your Author Brand

Winning or even being shortlisted reinforces your credibility and positions you as a serious author committed to excellence.

Learn More and Participate

Taking part in award programs like this is a strategic move for authors looking to elevate their publishing journey and gain long-term visibility.

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Where gratitude meets great publishing.

Connect with a Publishing Consultant today to learn how Outskirts Press can help YOU publish YOUR masterpiece:

Outskirts Press stands behind our book printing and design services with the best 100% satisfaction guarantee in the self-publishing industry. Start publishing today.

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April 9, 2026 / book promotion strategy, outskirts press, self publishing a book, self publishing simplified, self-publishing, self-publishing authors

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A quick tip on marketing your book…

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Getting your book published is just the beginning — getting it seen is what drives success. With the right marketing, your book can reach the audience it deserves and start building real momentum.

To help you grow your visibility, we’re offering published authors an exclusive 20% discount on all marketing services. Our tools are designed to boost exposure, generate buzz, and get your book in front of the right readers.

Here are a few of our top picks:

Book Video Trailer Distribution – A visual way to introduce your book and reach readers across platforms where browsing and discovery happen naturally.

Book Club Kit – A powerful promotional toolkit that positions your book for book club success, increasing visibility, reader interaction, and review potential.

Marketing QR Code – A simple way to guide readers directly to your book or author page from printed materials, events, or even inside the book itself.

Book Marketing Specialist – One-on-one guidance to help identify your audience and practical ways to reach them.

These are just a few of the many discounted options to choose from — many authors combine multiple strategies to build momentum and grow their audience over time.

This April, enjoy 20% off all of our marketing services when you use Marketing20 at checkout.

Want help putting it together?

A Book Marketing Specialist can help you choose the best excerpt, write the post, and add a clear call-to-action that drives clicks.

For more ready-to-use ideas the 2026 Marketing Calendar — great for staying consistent year-round without starting from scratch each week.

Outskirts Press
Where gratitude meets great publishing.

Connect with a Publishing Consultant today to learn how Outskirts Press can help YOU publish YOUR masterpiece:

Outskirts Press stands behind our book printing and design services with the best 100% satisfaction guarantee in the self-publishing industry. Start publishing today.

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April 8, 2026 / book promotion strategy, outskirts press, self publishing a book, self publishing simplified, self-publishing, self-publishing authors