Would anyone mind me saying that the talent that is displayed in this place is awesome?
I have been a freelance writer, editor, and now a publisher. I was totally unaware of the rich literary talent that is coming up in the new generations. Kudos, kids! You are awesome!
Umm, seems some folks here are clueless about seeing gems in the rough. Go on through life muddling with the crowd of wannabees .. it's your loss.
BTW, no one needs vanity press anymore with Amazon's publishing program.
Much of the "advice" I've seen here is 40 years out of date, and not the words of experienced writers of any era.