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January is the season of fresh starts, renewed goals, and momentum—and for authors, it’s the perfect time to refocus on book visibility. While many readers are setting reading goals and looking for new titles to discover, authors often find themselves unsure how to turn a published book into sustained sales. That’s where a Book Marketing Specialist can make all the difference. 

Why January Is a Smart Month for Book Marketing 

January readers are motivated, organized, and actively searching for their next great read. Unlike the crowded holiday season, January offers less competition and more attention for quality books. It’s also when readers commit to reading challenges, book clubs plan upcoming selections, and online engagement remains strong. 

What a Book Marketing Specialist Does for Your Book 

A Book Marketing Specialist works with you to develop a customized promotional strategy designed specifically for your book and your goals. Rather than guessing what to do next, you receive expert guidance on proven tactics such as audience targeting, promotional timing, platform selection, and messaging that resonates with readers. 

Personalized Strategy Instead of One-Size-Fits-All Advice 

Every book is different—and successful marketing reflects that. Your Book Marketing Specialist evaluates your genre, target audience, distribution channels, and current visibility to create a clear, actionable plan tailored to your book. This personalized approach helps you focus your efforts where they matter most. 

Hands-On Guidance and Ongoing Support 

Marketing a book can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time authors. With a Book Marketing Specialist, you’re not navigating the process alone. You receive step-by-step guidance, practical recommendations, and ongoing support to help you implement strategies confidently and consistently. 

Ideal for Authors Ready to Build Momentum in the New Year 

January is an excellent time to invest in professional marketing support. Whether your book is newly released or has been available for some time, a Book Marketing Specialist helps you relaunch your efforts with clarity and purpose—turning good intentions into real action. 

Make January the Month You Take Control of Your Book’s Marketing 

A new year is an opportunity to do things differently—and more effectively. By working with a Book Marketing Specialist, you gain expert insight, structured planning, and accountability that can help your book reach more readers throughout the year. January is the perfect time to start building long-term momentum for your book. 

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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:

• Call 1-888-672-6657
• Live Chat at OutskirtsPress.com
• Schedule a free consultation 

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First impressions matter in publishing. In an increasingly competitive book marketplace, professional presentation plays a major role in capturing reader attention and encouraging purchase decisions. 
 
To help authors elevate their books from the start, a new publishing promotion combines comprehensive publishing support with enhanced cover development—giving authors added value where it matters most. 

Why Cover Design and Positioning Are So Important 

A book’s cover is often the first—and sometimes only—chance to connect with a potential reader. Strong cover design paired with clear positioning helps communicate genre, tone, and audience expectations instantly. 
 
Professional cover development goes beyond aesthetics; it supports discoverability, credibility, and reader confidence in crowded retail environments. 

What This Publishing Promotion Includes 

Authors who choose the Ultimate Publishing Package receive added creative enhancements designed to strengthen their book’s visual and market appeal. As part of this promotion, authors receive both a Professional Custom Cover Design and a Cover Pitch Enhancement. 
 
Together, these elements help ensure the book’s cover is not only visually compelling, but also strategically aligned with its target audience. 

The Value of a Professional Custom Cover Design 

A professionally designed custom cover is created with genre standards, market trends, and reader expectations in mind. Rather than relying on templates, custom design allows for a unique visual identity that reflects the book’s content and tone. 
 
This approach helps books stand out while still fitting naturally into their intended category. 

How Cover Pitch Enhancement Strengthens Market Readiness 

Cover Pitch Enhancement focuses on refining how a book is visually and conceptually presented. This process helps clarify messaging, improve market alignment, and ensure the cover communicates the right signals to potential readers. 
 
By addressing both design and positioning, authors gain a stronger foundation for marketing and distribution. 

Who Benefits Most From This Promotion 

This promotion is especially valuable for authors who want a polished, professional presentation without managing multiple services separately. It is well suited for first-time authors seeking guidance, as well as experienced authors looking to strengthen their book’s competitive edge. 
 
Authors investing in a comprehensive publishing solution benefit from having key creative elements aligned from the outset. 

A Strategic Investment in Your Book’s Success 

Publishing is both a creative and strategic endeavor. Combining full-service publishing with enhanced cover development allows authors to approach release with confidence, knowing their book is professionally presented and market-aware. 
 
For authors ready to make a strong impression and maximize the value of their publishing investment, this promotion offers a thoughtful way to strengthen both form and function. 

Outskirts Press 
Where gratitude meets great publishing. 

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

• Call 1-888-672-6657
• Live Chat at OutskirtsPress.com
• Schedule a free consultation 

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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Successful book marketing rarely happens by accident. Authors who see steady visibility and long-term sales growth are often those who plan ahead, align promotions with key opportunities, and stay consistent throughout the year. 
 
An Author Marketing Calendar for 2026 is designed to help self-published authors take a proactive, organized approach to promotion—turning marketing from a reactive task into a strategic, manageable plan. 

Why Authors Need a Year-Long Marketing Plan 

Many authors focus heavily on launch-day promotion, only to struggle with what comes next. A year-long marketing calendar helps authors move beyond one-time efforts and instead build sustained visibility. 
 
By planning promotions around holidays, awareness months, seasonal reading trends, and retail opportunities, authors can keep their books relevant well after publication. 

What an Author Marketing Calendar Provides 

An Author Marketing Calendar outlines promotional opportunities throughout the year, giving authors a clear roadmap for when and how to market their book. Rather than wondering what to post or promote each month, authors can follow a structured guide that supports consistent outreach. 
 
This type of calendar is especially helpful for authors balancing writing, publishing, and everyday responsibilities. 

Supporting Consistent and Sustainable Promotion 

Consistency is one of the biggest challenges in book marketing. An organized calendar removes guesswork and helps authors maintain momentum without burnout. 
 
With a clear plan in place, authors can prepare content in advance, coordinate campaigns more effectively, and avoid long gaps in promotion that can stall book visibility. 

Designed for Authors at Any Stage 

An Author Marketing Calendar is valuable whether a book is newly released or has been on the market for some time. New authors gain guidance on how to approach marketing step by step, while experienced authors can use the calendar to refresh and strengthen their ongoing efforts. 
 
The structure supports both fiction and nonfiction titles, across a wide range of genres. 

Turning Marketing Into a Habit, Not a Hassle 

One of the greatest benefits of a marketing calendar is peace of mind. Knowing what to focus on each month allows authors to spend less time worrying about marketing and more time engaging with readers and creating new work. 
 
A clear promotional framework helps transform marketing from an overwhelming obligation into a repeatable, manageable habit. 

A Strategic Tool for Long-Term Book Success 

Book marketing is most effective when it is intentional and sustained. An Author Marketing Calendar for 2026 provides authors with a practical tool to stay visible, relevant, and organized throughout the year. 
 
For self-published authors looking to take control of their marketing and make the most of promotional opportunities, a structured calendar can be a valuable investment in their book’s long-term success. 

Outskirts Press 
Where gratitude meets great publishing. 

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

• Call 1-888-672-6657
• Live Chat at OutskirtsPress.com
• Schedule a free consultation 

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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