Self-publishing is no longer something to be ashamed of. You will keep more per reader than if you were represented by a publisher. If you attract readers, you will receive offers.
Are you aware of “Wool”? Started as a blog, went to self-published, and received a movie offer. I am nearly finished with the Omnibus and it is easy to see why it succeeded.
Writing a novel is a tremendous undertaking. It requires stamina and craft. You have every reason to be proud of yourself.
Am buying hubby a Kindle for Christmas, so I will read it after that.
Yeah, Hugh Howey scored a golden ticket with “Wool”, and he is one of the nicest most generous writers on many of the self-publish boards. No one deserves the success more than Hugh.