Asking for advice before publishing
Hello, everyone. I seek advice on how I should go about publishing my work. I'd like to learn other writer's experiences before I decide how, where and even if I publish my work.
For context, almost a year ago I quit my full-time job because I just couldn't take it anymore. The hours, the pay, the work culture, the commute, everything was terrible, but it took me a long time to make the decision. I needed to save money, in case I didn't find new work right away, and I didn't want to put all the responsabilities on my husband.
Anyway, when I finally did, I went back to school to become an ESL teacher (English as a Second Language). It was an intensive program, and my husband suggested, since I had my savings and we were actually saving a lot of money because I didn't commute to work and I cooked everyday, that I focused on my studies instead of finding a new random job.
I was already anxious with all the changes. It was great to have his support but I still felt bad about not having an income. I did spend a lot of time studying but any free time I had, I felt sort of guilty for.
So, I started writing, just to distract myself. It worked. And now, I have four books... I never planned to plublish anything, and they are all completely different from each other, different genres. They all probably need a good editor... And my husband is the only person who has ever read them.
Now, my question is, if I decided to publish anything, what would be the simplest way to just put the books out there?
I am not good with social media, I have no contacts, and I really have no idea about the industry.
I have started to work as a teacher, and I don't have a lot of time now, but if you could point me in the right direction, I hope I can pick back up on this eventually.
Thank you for your attention! Hope to read whatever wisdom you'll be willing to share!