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At First Steps Publishing, we take raw manuscripts and turn them into carefully designed and well marketed masterpieces people want to read.

We have years of publishing and design experience and, being authors ourselves, we’ve been on both sides of the fence. We know the quality skills you deserve. As your publisher we are looking for undiscovered and talented authors with the potential for successful growth.

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FIRESIDE PRESS  (a division of First Steps Publishing) offers Self-Publishing authors the benefit of a traditional publisher with all the control of self-publishing. As a division of First Steps Publishing, we help authors self-publish their message with the quality and professionalism they deserve.

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We recognize there are talented writers who may not choose the route of traditional publishing. At FIRESIDE PRESS, we believe every author deserves professional quality services to help them reach their goal of publication – no matter the depth of their pocket book.

  1. 100% royalties to the author. You only pay for the services you need. No hidden fees – ever.
  2. Imprint with FIRESIDE. When you choose FIRESIDE PRESS, you have the full First Steps Publishing family behind you. Books in the FIRESIDE PRESS division get the benefit of being included in all marketing with our parent company: catalog, newsletters, and more.
  3. FREE AGENT. For those who prefer to self-publish without our imprint, we offer the same top services to make your book a success.
  4. Option to pay over time. The cost of professional publishing can be a burden on pocketbooks. We offer packages to allow you to pay over 3-, 6-, and 12-month periods.
  5. Top professional editors, designers, formatters, marketers to fit your budget
  6. One-on-one personal attention to help you wade through the publishing quagmire.
  7. Tutorials, training and workshops.

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Novel Ideas Lead to Sales, Oregon Authors, News Times

News & Highlights: Lincoln City, Oregon News Times Community Section 9-15-17

Leslie Compton, along with Steve Griffiths and Steve Arndt are highlighted in the Community Section of the News Times, September 15, 2017 during the Literacy Fair at the Lincoln City Cultural Center (September 9) Online Source (Accessed 9-19-17): “Novel ideas lead to book sales”, News Times, Tuesday, Sept 19, 2017 https://newportnewstimes.com/article/novel-ideas-lead-to-book-sales

PRESS RELEASE: NAM, The Story of a Generation (Vietnam) by Mel Smith

PRESS RELEASE: NAM, The Story of a Generation (a novel) by Mel Smith

| PRESS RELEASE | Nam the novel, Story of the Vietnam Generation NOVELIST MEL SMITH GIVES READERS A “FULL DOSE” OF THE VIETNAM WAR EXPERIENCE IN NAM, THE Story of a Generation GLENEDEN BEACH, Ore., Aug 9, 2017 — At one point in Mel Smith’s novel Nam, The Story of a Generation, Vietnam War veterans… 

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“Surviving ‘Uncle Hitler'” by Dorothea Wollin Null

"Surviving 'Uncle Hitler' ~ Journey of a German Girl" by Dorothea Wollin Null

Surviving ‘Uncle Hitler’ ~ Journey of a German Girl “Many people bury their memories so they don’t have to deal with the pain. For whatever reason, my mother buried hers. I was hard-pressed to get any stories from her. She was not one who shared easily. However, one night was different. It was many years… 

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Leslie Compton Author Interview on JPR, Jefferson Public Radio

JPR - Jefferson Public Radio, Oregon

Radio Interview with Leslie Compton, Author of “Dearest Minnie, a sailor’s story” on August 10, 2017 on JPR (Jefferson Public Radio, Oregon) by Geoffrey Riley, News Director and Jefferson Exchange Host. In 1906, Teddy Roosevelt ordered a large fleet of US warships to circumnavigate the globe. The fleet, painted white as a symbol of peace,… 

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“Hunting for Bear ~ Let’s Play Hide and Seek” by Sumi Fyhrie

Hunting for Bear, Let's Play Hide and Seek by Sumi Fyhrie

CHILDREN’S | AGE: 3-8 Bear loves to play Hide and Seek. While Adam is counting. Bear says “Don’t peek.” Adam looks in a forest of tall, green trees. “Woof, woof,” says Bear. “He can’t see me.” Adam explores Bear’s cave that is dark and small. “Woof, woof,” said Bear. “Why are their bats on the… 

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“Two Ghostly Tails” A brother and sister adventure by Sumi Fyhrie

"Two Ghostly Tails" A Brother and Sister Adventure by Sumi Fyhrie

CHILDREN’S | AGE: 3+ Brother and Sister do not get along. Brother likes to dig holes in the yard and drool; Sister likes to preen herself on a pink pillow and sleep. When a midnight intruder disrupts their life, the unlikely duo must put aside their differences and protect home and family from the unwelcome… 

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