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Book Marketing

Book Marketing Solutions for Every Author

Explore professional book marketing services designed to help you promote your book, reach more readers, and build visibility at every stage of your publishing journey.

Marketing Solutions for Everyone

Marketing services available to authors looking for professional help promoting their books.

The Outskirts Press Book Video Teaser is a slick, creative way for a self-published author to promote their book effectively across all social media channels to an ever-growing video-centric audience.

Book Teaser Video Clip (30 seconds)

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Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors promote their books. This bundle includes 4 powerful book marketing services to help self-publishing authors promote their book to reach more potential readers and increase book sales.

Book Launch Bundle

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Social Media is a thriving venue for promoting a self-published book. Outskirts Press helps authors set-up and develop their social media platforms to take advantage of this cost-effective way of targeting the appropriate reader audience.

Social Media Set-Up and Strategy ToolKit

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Build a professional author presence and get the tools to keep it ... more >>
Self-publishing authors should not forget Google when marketing their book to readers. Having a self-published book listed Google Books allows authors to expand their readership and reach new readers.

Google Books Preview Program

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Because publishing a book is one of the most exciting events in an author’s life, Outskirts Press offers professionally written press releases with syndicated distribution that authors can use to announce their book debut to the book industry & the world.

Custom Press Release

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Give your book a professionally written story for the media. ... more >>
The Outskirts Press Book Video Trailer is a slick, creative way for a self-published author to promote their book effectively across all social media channels to an ever-growing video-centric audience.

Book Video Trailer & Distribution

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Most self-published authors need help developing a book marketing plan.  Our Book Marketing Specialist will map out a plan to market the book at all the right times & in all the right places—not to mention targeting all the right book-buyers!

Book Marketing Specialist (5 hours)

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Get personalized help putting your book marketing plans into ... more >>
Get custom book marketing strategies and advice for your book so you can take your book marketing to the next level.

Custom Book Marketing Plan & ToolKit

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Take your book marketing further with research, strategies, and ... more >>
Successful self-published book promotion requires an organized plan & tenacious marketing. Outskirts Press’s annual marketing calendar offers over 150 important book marketing tips, resources & deadlines for all kinds of books.

Author Marketing Calendar

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Never wonder what to do next to market your book. ... more >>
Elevate your book promotion with Marketing Calendar Pro, the complete upgrade to your Author Marketing Calendar.

Marketing Calendar Pro

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Go beyond knowing what to do with tools that help you do it. ... more >>
Do you know an author who wants to self-publish their book?  An Outskirts Press gift certificate can help your author along on their publishing journey.  Give the gift of publication and a dream come true.

Self-Publishing Gift Card

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For Outskirts Press Authors

Exclusive Marketing Solutions for Outskirts Press Authors

Every Author Gets a Book Marketing Plan

Every Outskirts Press publishing package includes a book marketing plan to help authors identify promotional opportunities, reach their target audience, and build visibility for their books.

Additional book marketing services are available exclusively to published Outskirts Press authors.

Self-publishing authors need to increase the selling power of their book on Amazon to increase book sales.  The trick is to include relevant, compelling and engaging information that has been search engine optimized (SEO) to bring in more readers.

Amazon & Retail Listing Optimization

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Give your published book's retail listing a strategic refresh. ... more >>
Successful self-published book promotion requires an organized plan & tenacious marketing. Outskirts Press’s annual marketing calendar offers over 150 important book marketing tips, resources & deadlines for all kinds of books.

Author Marketing Calendar

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Never wonder what to do next to market your book. ... more >>
A Custom Book Club Kit gives readers the tools they need to select your book, start meaningful discussions and share their experience with others. It’s not just a marketing tool—it’s a sales multiplier.

Book Club Kit (Digital)

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Give book clubs everything they need to start a conversation about ... more >>
a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Film/TV Adaptation Pitch Deck

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Present your book's screen potential in a format designed for film ... more >>
Self-publishing authors can put the power of smartphones to work for their book. A QR Code from Outskirts Press allows readers to be instantly taken to a place to buy the author's book.

Custom-Link Marketing QR Code

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Turn your book marketing into a direct path to the online destination ... more >>
Give the media a single place to go for all the things they need to help you market your book.

Digital Press Kit

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Give media contacts one professional place to discover you, your ... more >>
Our Getty Images partnership allows self-publishing authors to select an evocative image to set the tone for readers perusing books in search results and enhances their reading experience when they appear in the interior.

Marketing Image Library 10-Pack

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Give your book marketing a stronger visual presence with 10 ... more >>
There are millions of readers looking for your self-published book–make yourself visible to them with professional social media profile graphics from Outskirts Press, which allow authors to present a polished image to the world on social media!

Social Media Profile Graphics

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Give your social media profiles a polished, professional look built ... more >>
Self-published authors can get their book exposure to over 37,000 literary enthusiasts when their book is featured exclusively in a blog post on the Self-Publishing News blog as the featured Amazon Book-of-the-Week.

Amazon-Branded Featured Book of the Week

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Give your Amazon book listing a dedicated promotional spotlight ... more >>
Self-published authors can get more book sales via on the world's largest online retailer with a professional Amazon Author Page which engages potential readers and takes book sales to a whole new level.

Amazon Author Page

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Give readers a place to discover more about you and your books right ... more >>
Enhanced Amazon Search Inside the Book functionality is available to authors self-publishing with Outskirts Press to increase their self-published book's sales potential.

Amazon Read Sample

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Give readers a chance to look inside your book before they buy. ... more >>
Self-published authors can take their book on a whirlwind world tour by launching a Virtual Book Tour with two guaranteed blog appearances that can kick-start an on-going virtual tour & put the author’s book in front of thousands of readers.

Virtual Book Tour

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Promote Your Book from Anywhere — with a Tour That Keeps ... more >>
The Author Blog AdSpot service connects your book with a curated network of readers, giving you the visibility you need to build buzz, gain credibility, and boost sales.

Author Blog AdSpot (sidebar)

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Your book deserves attention—and not just any attention, but the ... more >>
The Author Blog AdSpot service connects your book with a curated network of readers, giving you the visibility you need to build buzz, gain credibility, and boost sales.

Author Blog AdSpot (Marquee Display)

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Your book deserves attention—and not just any attention, but the ... more >>
Have your self-published book be the first thing people see when they come to the Outskirts Press indie author bookstore with the Featured Bookstore Listing service.  Take the banner spot for extra marketing exposure.

Featured Bookstore Banner

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Your book deserves the spotlight — and now, it can have it. With ... more >>
Have your self-published book be the first thing people see when they come to the Outskirts Press bookstore with the Featured Bookstore Listing service.

Featured Bookstore Listing

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Feature your book at the top of the Outskirts Press Bookstore — and ... more >>
Every author wants more readers. Give them a preview that hooks. Convert interest into purchases.

Sample Chapter PDF

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Hook Readers Instantly — Anywhere You Market Your Book Give ... more >>
Outskirts Press’s Flipbook First Chapter Excerpt delivers the power of “try it before you buy it” marketing to self-publishing authors allowing them to hook potential readers with a taste of what is to come.

Flipbook Chapter Excerpt

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Give readers a taste of your book wherever you market it. ... more >>
Self-publishing authors can use a Custom Sales Sheet to sell their book to reviewers, news outlets, booksellers & more.  This eye-catching presentation will stand out the sea of letters & press releases, giving the author a competitive advantage.

Custom Book Sales Sheet

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Open Doors with a Professional, Eye-Catching Sales Sheet When it ... more >>
Self-publishing authors can introduce their book to libraries, bookstores, the media, reviewers, bloggers & readers by placing a quarter page, full-color ad (and first chapter preview) in First Chapter Plus for 3 months.

First Chapter Plus Listing (library ex...

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Self-published books gain exposure to thousands of booksellers, librarians, agents, publishers, film producers & production companies in Publishers Weekly's PW Select magazine & featured on PublishersWeekly.com, BookLife.com & in the BookLife Report.

PW Select Magazine Ad

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Would you like your book to appear in front of thousands of ... more >>
Elevate your book promotion with Marketing Calendar Pro, the complete upgrade to your Author Marketing Calendar.

Marketing Calendar Pro

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Go beyond knowing what to do with tools that help you do it. ... more >>
a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Media & Press Kit Pitch Deck

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Turn your book, expertise, and ideas into compelling media ... more >>
In just one focused hour, you’ll meet one-on-one with a seasoned Book Marketing Specialist who’ll audit where you are and help you pinpoint what to do next.

1-Hour Strategy Session with a Book Marketing...

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Kick your book promotion into gear—fast. In just one focused ... more >>
Most self-published authors need help developing a book marketing plan.  A 30-minute session with an Outskirts Press Book Marketing Specialist will set them on the right path to market their unique book.  Book marketing plan included.

Marketing Kickstart Session

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Get personalized guidance for putting your Book Marketing Plan into ... more >>
The #1 mistake most self-publishing authors make is not thinking about marketing until it is too late—until after their book is already published—don't make this mistake, make sure your book has been optimized for discoverability and sales before it's pub

Hourly Book Marketing Support

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Get personalized book marketing help when you need it. ... more >>
Get custom book marketing strategies and advice for your book so you can take your book marketing to the next level.

Custom Book Marketing Plan & ToolKit

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Take your book marketing further with research, strategies, and ... more >>
a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Library & School Proposal Deck

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Show librarians and educators where your book fits — and why it ... more >>
a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Speaking Engagement Pitch Deck

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Show event organizers the speaker, message, and audience experience ... more >>
a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Event & Book Fair Pitch Deck

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Turn your book, expertise, and ideas into a compelling case for event ... more >>
a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Partnership or Sponsorship Proposal Deck

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Show potential partners what you can accomplish together. ... more >>
Bookmarks, featuring the cover of a self-published book, are one of the best book promotion tools for local marketing.  That’s why Outskirts Press offers custom bookmarks with scannable QR codes & ordering information to help authors market their books.

Bookmarks (500 count)

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Bookmarks are a wonderful promotional item to pass out because people ... more >>
Business cards, featuring the cover of a self-published book, are one of the best book promotion tools for local marketing.  That’s why Outskirts Press offers custom business cards featuring author & book information to help authors market their books.

Business Cards (500 count)

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Every author needs a business card. What better way to promote your ... more >>
Live book events are the highlight of an author’s book marketing efforts.  That’s why Outskirts Press offers custom posters featuring our self-published author’s book cover to use in local book promotion & for live book events.

Posters Small 11 x 17 (25 count)

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Because publishing a book is one of the most exciting events in an author’s life, Outskirts Press offers postcards featuring their book cover, which authors can use to announce their book’s debut, promote live book events or other book marketing.

Postcards (500 count)

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Spread the word about your book with professionally designed ... more >>
Live book events are the highlight of an author’s book marketing efforts.  That’s why Outskirts Press offers custom posters featuring our self-published author’s book cover to use in local book promotion & for live book events.

Large posters 23 x 35 (1)

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Make a Bold Statement with Oversized Posters of Your Book Want to ... more >>
Live book events are the highlight of an author’s book marketing efforts.  That’s why Outskirts Press offers custom posters featuring our self-published author’s book cover to use in local book promotion & for live book events.

Large Poster 23 x 35 (5 count)

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Make a Bold Statement with Oversized Posters of Your Book Want to ... more >>
Some people wear their heart on their sleeve—you can wear your self-published book cover on your t-shirt!  Custom t-shirts printed with your book’s cover is a great way to promote your book wherever you go.

Custom T-shirt Featuring Your Book

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Wear Your Story. Spark Conversations. Promote Your Book. There’s ... more >>
Bookmarks, business cards, posters & post cards featuring the cover of a self-published book are some of the best book promotion tools for local marketing.  Authors can use them to announce their book’s debut, promote book events, etc.

Event Essentials Bundle

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Self-published authors can get their book exposure at the American Library Association annual conference where thousands of librarians gather each year to find out what’s new in the publishing industry.

American Library Association (ALA) Book Fair

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Put your book in front of the library community at the world's ... more >>
Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors promote their books at the London Book Fair which provides valuable exposure to over 23,000 publishing professionals at the largest & most popular industry book fair/publishing event in the UK.

London Book Fair

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Introduce your book to the international publishing community. ... more >>
Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors promote their books. The Frankfurt Book Fair gives self-published books valuable exposure to over 250,000 visitors at the most popular book fair/publishing event in Germany.

Frankfurt Book Fair

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Put your book in the heart of the international publishing and rights ... more >>
Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors promote their books. The Beijing International Book Fair is the largest & most popular industry book fair/publishing event in China. Exhibition gives self-published authors valuable exposure for their book.

Beijing Book Fair

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Introduce your book to the international publishing community in ... more >>
Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors promote their books. The best way for a children’s book author to get industry-leading exposure is at the Bologna Children's Book Fair where they can be seen by over 30,000 book industry professionals.

International Children’s Book Fair Showcase

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Introduce your children's book to the international publishing ... more >>
Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors promote their books. The best way for a self-published author to get their book industry-leading exposure is at the London Book Fair, Beijing International Book Fair and Frankfurt Book Fair.

Global Book Tour (3 book events, one discount...

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Take your book around the world without leaving home. ... more >>
Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors market their books. The Amazon Search Inside the Book functionality, an optimized Amazon product page listing and a professional Amazon Author Page will kickstart any self-published book’s sales potential.

Amazon Launch Bundle

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Bring three essential Amazon marketing services together in one ... more >>
Bookmarks, business cards, posters & post cards featuring the cover of a self-published book are some of the best book promotion tools for local marketing.  Authors can use them to announce their book’s debut, promote book events, etc.

Promotional Materials Bundle

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Reader Views honors exemplary books from independent self-publishers with their Literary Book Award. As an award-winning self-publisher, Outskirts Press knows the benefit accolades bring to book promotion, especially for self-published authors.

Reader Views Literary Awards Submission

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Every self-published author wants to gain notoriety--the best way is to become an award-winning author.  A win in the Readers' Favorite Book Award contest can go a long way toward encouraging potential readers to take the risk on an unknown author.

Readers' Favorite Book Awards Submission

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The Next Generation Indie Book Awards honors exemplary books from all publishers.  As an award-winning self-publisher, Outskirts Press knows the benefit accolades bring to book promotion, especially for self-published authors.

Next Generation Indie Book Awards Submission

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Being an award-winning author is a feeling like no other—and it ... more >>
The National Indie Excellence Award honors exemplary books from self-publishers. As an award-winning self-publisher, Outskirts Press knows the benefit accolades bring to book promotion, especially for self-published authors.

National Indie Excellence Awards Submission

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Being an award-winning author is a feeling like no other—and it ... more >>
Winning the “Book of the Year” award from Foreword Magazine can help separate a self-published author’s book from the crowd.  That’s why, Outskirts Press encourages its authors to submit their books to the awards.

Foreword INDIES Book Awards Submission

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As an award-winning self-publisher, Outskirts Press knows the benefit of promoting accolades. That’s why we offer our self-publishing authors the ability to place award seal graphics on the cover of their already published book.

Independent Press Book Awards Submission

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The American Book Fest honors exemplary books from independent self-publishers with the Best Book Award.   As an award-winning self-publisher, Outskirts Press knows the benefit accolades bring to book promotion, especially for self-published authors.

American Book Fest Best Book Awards Submissio...

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Being an award-winning author is a feeling like no other—and it ... more >>
Writer’s Digest honors exemplary books with the Self-Published Book Award. That’s why, as an award-winning self-publisher, Outskirts Press encourages its authors to submit their book to the awards & reap the benefit accolades can bring to book promotion.

Writer's Digest Self-Published Book Awards Su...

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Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors market their books. For self-published authors, winning a book award is one of the most powerful & effective ways to make their book stand out in the crowd.

Book Award Submission Bundle

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a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Awards & Grants Submission Deck

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Help judges and review panels quickly understand what makes your book ... more >>
Does your book deserve to be found by booksellers, librarians, publishers and agents looking for new authors to represent?  You can reach that audience and receive critical exposure for your book with a guaranteed book review from Blue Ink Book Reviews.

Midwest Book Review Guaranteed Book Review

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Does your book deserve to be found by community and academic ... more >>
Self-publishing authors can get an unbiased & guaranteed review of their book from the book industry's renowned book critics with the Kirkus Indie review service.  A Kirkus review offers authors content for cover blurbs & product pages.

Kirkus Guaranteed Book Review

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Earn a professional, editorial review from one of the most respected ... more >>
Self-published authors books deserve to be found by booksellers, librarians, publishers & agents.  The best way to reach that audience & receive critical exposure for their book with a guaranteed book review from Blue Ink Book Reviews.

Blue Ink Guaranteed Book Review

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Earn a professional editorial review from BlueInk — written by ... more >>
Outskirts Press helps self-publishing authors market their books. For Christian books, additional distribution through Spring Arbor allows our authors to reach a more extensive network of targeted faith-based readers/booksellers.

Spring Arbor Christian Distribution

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For appropriately themed Christian books, additional distribution to ... more >>
a Custom Pitch Dec to This 10-slide pitch deck gives self-publishing authors the professional edge they need to get producers to take their book seriously.

Retailer / Bookseller Pitch Deck

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Give booksellers the information they need to evaluate your book for ... more >>
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