This writing—or book—or static-yet-alive webpage—is currently* dedicated to the reader-writer who follows this map to success in the self-publishing industry, however defined.

“X” does not mark the spot. Otherwise I would have figured this stuff out a long time ago.

*I say currently dedicated rather than just “dedicated,” because I reserve the right to withdraw said dedication upon knowledge of your success. I get jealous. Ecce homo.¹

1. Footnote for the curious (or the pedantic):
   – Ecce homo means “Behold the man.”
   – Pontius Pilate said it while pointing to a bloodied Jesus.
   – Nietzsche used it as the title of his very extra autobiography.
   – I’m using it to say: Here I am, jealous, petty, and still trying to help.
   – Theology and philosophy majors, please don’t email me. ↩︎