Publishing a book can feel complicated. It doesn't have to be. With professional guidance from Outskirts Press, your path from manuscript to published book begins with three clear steps: Submit, Select, and Publish.
Since 2003, Outskirts Press has helped authors turn their manuscripts into professionally published books while maintaining control of their work.
Self-publishing gives you the freedom to move forward without waiting for an agent or traditional publisher. You maintain creative control, choose the publishing services that fit your goals, and keep 100% of your rights and royalties.
But having control doesn't mean you have to handle every part of publishing yourself. Outskirts Press provides professional support throughout the process, from book design and production to distribution and marketing.
The complete publishing process includes many important decisions, but getting started comes down to three straightforward steps.
Start by submitting your manuscript for review. This gives us an opportunity to learn about your book and identify any fundamental publishing concerns before production begins.
Your manuscript submission deposit is applied toward your publishing services when you move forward with Outskirts Press.
Choose the publishing package and services that fit your book, budget, and goals. Your publishing team can help you understand your options and make informed decisions.
Depending on your project, those choices may include editing, cover design, interior design, book format, illustrations, distribution, and marketing.
Review and approve your professionally prepared cover and interior before your book is published. Nothing moves forward until you're ready.
We help manage essential publishing details such as ISBNs, book metadata, BISAC categories, print-on-demand production, and distribution so your finished book is ready for the market.
Submit, Select, and Publish are the three big milestones. Within those steps, your publishing team helps guide the details that turn a manuscript into a professionally published book.
Your book starts with your manuscript. Submit it for review or speak with a publishing professional about what comes next.