We notice you are using a browser version that we do not support. Technically, it can be free to self publish but its important to consider why youre self publishing when considering the potential costs. Most selfpublished books sell a few dozen copies, at most, and in total. You have your own set of goals, so reaching them requires a unique set of tools.
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