So, you have a finished manuscript, and now you're ready to share it with as many readers as possible.

In order to do that, you must choose one of two paths: either self-publish your book yourself, or go the traditional route and try to find a publisher.

Deciding on which route to take means that you've got to figure out a couple of things about yourself first, about your book, and about your ability to effectively market (and enjoy the process) both yourself as an author and your book.

Now, let's discuss the essential questions to ask yourself if you're trying to decide if self-publishing your book is the best available option for you.