Hybrid publishing blends elements of traditional publishing and self-publishing, using an author-subsidized business model rather than having the publisher assume the entire financial investment. This approach allows authors to retain more creative control while benefiting from the expertise and resources of a professional press.

Traditional Publishing

• Authors submit their manuscripts for consideration.
• If selected, the publisher fully funds production, distribution, and marketing.
• Authors receive a royalty (typically 7-10%) but relinquish most creative control and copyright.

Hybrid Publishing (Outpost Press Model)

• Authors submit their manuscripts for editorial review.
• If accepted, the author signs a contract with 25% royalties—a significantly higher share than traditional publishing.
• The author invests in production costs (editing, design, and distribution), sharing the financial responsibility with the publisher.
• Outpost Press provides professional editorial, design, marketing, and distribution services to ensure high-quality publication.

Hybrid publishing follows the same professional standards as traditional publishing but offers authors greater royalty returns, creative input, and flexibility.

How Hybrid Publishing Differs from Self-Publishing

While hybrid publishing requires author investment, it is distinct from self-publishing service providers in that:

→ The publisher curates and selects manuscripts that align with its editorial mission.
→ The publisher maintains professional industry standards for editing, design, production, and distribution.
→ The publisher ensures books meet IBPA’s Hybrid Publisher Criteria, guaranteeing they are indistinguishable from traditionally published books in quality and credibility.
→ The publisher actively sells and distributes books—a key difference from self-publishing, where marketing and distribution are solely the author’s responsibility.