Publish Your Book on Your Terms
Self-publishing gives you greater control over your book, your timeline, and your publishing goals. With full-service self-publishing, you can keep that independence while working with professionals who know how to turn a manuscript into a professionally published book.
Self-Publishing Doesn't Mean Doing Everything Yourself
Traditional publishing and self-publishing offer different paths to becoming a published author. Traditional publishing generally requires finding an agent or publisher willing to acquire your manuscript, and the process can involve long submission timelines and less author control.
Self-publishing puts the decision to publish in your hands. And with a full-service publishing company like Outskirts Press, you don't have to become an editor, book designer, production specialist, distributor, and marketer just because you chose to publish independently.
You remain the author and decision-maker while experienced publishing professionals help you produce, publish, distribute, and market your book.
Why Authors Choose to Self-Publish
Every author's goals are different, but self-publishing provides several important advantages for writers who want greater ownership of their publishing journey.
Creative Control
You have the final say over your book's content, cover, interior, formats, pricing, and other important publishing decisions.
Your Rights & Royalties
With Outskirts Press, you retain 100% of your rights and receive 100% of your author royalties.
Your Timeline
You don't have to spend months or years querying agents and publishers before you can begin bringing your book to readers.
Professional Quality
Independent publishing doesn't have to look homemade. Professional editing, design, formatting, and production can help your book compete confidently in the marketplace.
Print-on-Demand
Print-on-demand technology allows books to be printed as they are ordered, reducing the need to purchase and store a large inventory.
Publishing for Your Goals
Your definition of success is your own, whether you want broad commercial distribution, professional credibility, or a beautifully published book for family and friends.
Independent Doesn't Have to Mean Alone
DIY publishing requires an author to coordinate the many different jobs involved in producing a professional book. Full-service self-publishing gives you the independence of self-publishing with an experienced team behind you.
Outskirts Press has helped authors professionally publish their books for more than 20 years. Your Publishing Consultant helps you understand your options while specialists handle the professional services you select.
Your Path from Manuscript to Published Book
Full-service self-publishing gives you professional help throughout the process while keeping you in control of your book.
Submit Your Manuscript
Send us your completed manuscript so our team can review it and learn more about your book.
Talk with a Publishing Consultant
Discuss your manuscript, publishing goals, and the services that make sense for your project.
Choose Your Publishing Options
Select the publishing package, formats, and optional services that fit your book and goals.
Publish Your Book
Work with our publishing team through production, approval, publication, and distribution.
A Great Manuscript Deserves Professional Presentation
Readers may never know how your book was published, but they will notice how professionally it was produced.
Editing
Even experienced writers benefit from a fresh professional perspective. Editing and proofreading can strengthen your manuscript and help eliminate distractions for readers.
Explore Professional EditingCover Design
Your cover is often a reader's first impression of your book. Professional design combines your vision with book-industry design principles.
Explore Cover DesignInterior Design
Professional book layout makes your content attractive, readable, and appropriate for your book's genre and format.
Explore Book Interior DesignMarketing
Publishing makes your book available. Marketing helps readers discover it. A thoughtful marketing strategy should reflect your audience, goals, and budget.
Explore Book MarketingGive Readers More Ways to Experience Your Book
Your book can be published in the formats that make sense for your content, audience, and publishing goals.
Paperback
An affordable, versatile print format suitable for a wide range of books and readers.
Hardback
A durable premium format that can add value for gifts, collectors, libraries, and special editions.
eBook
A convenient digital edition that gives readers instant access without printing or shipping.
Audiobook
An additional way to reach readers who prefer listening at home, while commuting, or on the go.
How Much Does Self-Publishing Cost?
There isn't one price that fits every book. Publishing costs depend on your manuscript, book format, design needs, and the professional services you choose.
The important question isn't simply how little you can spend to make a book available. It's which services will help you produce the book you want while supporting your publishing goals and budget.
Learn About Self-Publishing CostsIs Self-Publishing Right for Your Book?
Talk with a Publishing Consultant about your manuscript and publishing goals. We'll help you understand your options so you can decide which path is right for you.
Start Your Publishing Journey
Get your free publishing kit and learn how Outskirts Press can help you professionally publish your book.