Hi Chris, please download the 46 step guide to becoming a self-published author. It covers just about everything including some of the choices you have as an author. There are pros and cons of using Amazon and also smaller outlets, and you can even market yoursel using your site, or an online store like Etsy. I did this for a while and it was very rewarding as people wanted books signing and authors' personal comments, and they often reacted quite kindly. Best of luck with navigating this harrrowing wilderness! And let us know how you get on.