I know someone who self-published a novel and wound up being interviewed on TV stations all over the US and even had book-signings. The author even won an award for best new novelist. The book was even considered for a movie, but it never got that far. Still, it shows that a good author will go far if your audience can find you.
Well I sure hope everyone enjoys it. I’m not going to hold my breath waiting for overnight success, but I will keep writing. I have about a dozen book ideas in many genres and I will keep plying my trade and sharpening my craft.