Publishing Gems: Insider Information for the Self-Publishing Writer [Paperback]

Brent Sampson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 9, 2005 | ISBN-10: 1932672850 | ISBN-13: 978-1932672855

"From choosing a publisher to promotion, this is an indispensable resource for every writer, self-published or otherwise." - Dan Poynter, bestselling author of The Self-Publishing Manual "Who says 'inside information' is all bad? Brent Sampson's excellent Publishing Gems creates a few shortcuts, offers over 150 suggestions and will save you money. For an 'outsider' to the wheels of publishing, this gem is a keeper." - Dr. Judith Briles, president of the Colorado Independent Publisher's Association

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"Brent Sampson's excellent Publishing Gems creates a few shortcuts, offers over 150 suggestions and will save you money." -- Dr. Judith Briles, president of the Colorado Independent Publisher's Association

"From choosing a publisher to promotion, this is an indispensable resource for every writer, self-published or otherwise." -- Dan Poynter, bestselling author of The Self-Publishing Manual

From the Publisher

Avoid common mistakes and take advantage of little-known hints that will propel you past the next writer.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 82 pages
• Publisher: Outskirts Press, Inc (May 9, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932672850
• ISBN-13: 978-1932672855
• Product Dimensions: 5 x 8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,193,315 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Brent Sampson, bestselling self-published author of "Sell Your Book on Amazon" and "Self-Publishing Simplified," has helped thousands of authors realize their dreams of professionally publishing and distributing their books worldwide fast with Outskirts Press. It is no mystery that books published by Outskirts Press look more professional and win more awards than other books.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An ideal read for writers who have finished their manuscript, and have the desire to pursue publication, March 2, 2006

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This review is from: Publishing Gems: Insider Information for the Self-Publishing Writer (Paperback)

Publishing Gems: Insider Information For The Self-Publishing Writer by Brent Sampson (Founder and CEO of Outskirts Press) is an ideal read for writers who have finished their manuscript, and have the desire to pursue publication. Readers will be enlightened as Sampson presents five justified reasons that Publishing Gems will assist in writers becoming published, The information is presented in list format for easy reference, ranging from plotting, to production. Publishing Gems offers practical advice at every stage of the publishing process, Insider information from a seasoned publishing professional will help novice authors avoid common mistakes. Publishing Gems merits high praise and is justifiably recommended to dedicated authors aspiring to be published. Also strongly recommended for writing/publishing reference collections from Outskirts Press is Self-Publishing: Simplified(1598000810, $5.95), an ultimate guide to every aspect of self-publication.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Other than the slant..., March 28, 2005

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SkinAndBones (Colorado) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Publishing Gems: Insider Information for the Self-Publishing Writer (Paperback)

I'm a member of CIPA, too, and I notice that the author is, also. That's ultimately why I bought this book because I already feel like I know a fair amount about publishing and promotion from my affiliation with CIPA. The CIPA president recommended it, and so did Mr. Poynter, and there is some helpful info here, particularly for the beginning writer or self-publisher. There is a little bit of a slant toward POD and I suppose I wanted more information about alternative publishing choices other than that, like how to acquire bids from printers, for example. But when it gets into the gritty of press releases, hooks, and book signings, the value certainly rises. Good info, fellow CIPA'er.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Total rip off!, January 4, 2010

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Monica Main "Monica Main" (Valencia, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Publishing Gems: Insider Information for the Self-Publishing Writer (Paperback)

This is a weak sales letter for the author to sell his printing press with the hopes that you'll self-publish through him.

The book lacks substance in a major way. Each "topic" is nothing more than a few sentences. At best this would have been a solid outline for the Brent Sampson's real book. He never embellishes on any specific topic and makes a bunch of "micro" recommendations without much of a structured order and then the book is over. You can literally (without exaggeration) read this book inside of 15 minutes. If you are a fast reader, you can read the whole thing in 7 1/2 minutes!

I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone considering self-publishing. In fact, use a search engine for "self-publishing houses" and you'll come up with several self-publishing companies that will send you free information that has much more substance than this weak, poorly constructed "book."