Poetry Book Publisher Xlibris Welcomes 2012 Olympics with a Poetry Book Feature

Poetry book publisher Xlibris welcomes the 2012 Summer Olympics with a monthlong feature in the Indie Authors Roundup website on Xlibris-published Kermite Bristow’s poetry book A Torchbearer’s Salute to 100 Years of Olympic Spirit.

Written in rhyme, A Torchbearer’s Salute to 100 Years of Olympic Spirit tells of the lives of Olympic heroes through the ages, paying tribute to the men and women whose passion and love of sport has kept the Olympic spirit alive.

Bristow won his first international poetry contest out of Baltimore, awarded by the International Library of Poetry in 2000. In April 2004, he placed in a national poetry contest of the American Poets Society.

The self-published poet teamed up with poetry book publisher Xlibris in 2004 and has since become a proud member of Xlibris’ 35,000-strong author community.

As a poetry book publisher, Xlibris offers a full range of editing, design, and marketing services for poetry authors looking to publish their poetry book independently. Visit www.xlibris.com for more information.

Xlibris-Published Author Linda Kanderlin Chambers Shares Her Serial Self-Publishing Success

Xlibris-published author Linda Kanderlin Chambers launched a series of illustrated children’s books, namely ABC Poetry, On the Farm, Cheroot, The Littlest Bull, Mumps, Inside My Grandma’s Pocket, On a Journey to Mirth, and Be Good Boys, all of which have met positive reviews from both young and young-at-heart readers. The Xlibris-published author noted how students were visibly engaged in the story.

“I have heard from parents and children alike from all over the country, and every response has been a good one! When I visit schools and libraries to do a reading, it’s been the same,” Chambers observed. 

The Xlibris-published author wanted pointed out the value of joy and learning. “Enjoy . . . and maybe learn a little while you’re reading.”

The Xlibris-published author talks about the major insights and surprises she learned about self-publishing her own book.

“Self-publishing has moved out of the venue of ‘vanity press.’ It’s now accepted as a legitimate means of producing quality work. The ultimate problem is, of course, the high cost to the author producing the piece as well as the difficulty in advertising one’s book. On the other hand, new avenues have opened up within the last few years that give the self-published author access to bookstores and libraries. The Xlibris website provides many resources and your own perseverance will provide the rest.”

Xlibris Launches Manic March Markdown Publishing Promo

Self-publishing pioneer Xlibris announces a sweeping publishing promo for aspiring authors. The Xlibris Manic March Markdown presents a 50% book publishing discount on Black & White Publishing, Specialty Publishing, and Full Color Publishing packages for writers looking to turn their dream of publication into a reality.

This Xlibris publishing promo also provide authors the option to get their book reviewed through the company’s various professional book review services such as the Blue Ink Review, the Kirkus Indie Marketing Packages, and the Trifecta Review Service—all at 50% off the regular price.

All Black & White and Full Color Publishing Packages include US Library of Congress and ISBN registrations, international distribution, and a marketing services bundle beginning with the Basic Package.

Xlibris’s Manic March Markdown publishing promo lasts until March 16, 2012. Learn more about the various Xlibris Publishing packages and the latest publishing promos. Get in touch with an Xlibris consultant today.