Would it be helpful if I put together a ~5K word guide to everything I've learned about self-publishing a novel?

Speaking of learning how to selfpublish: One way to promote your book is via Goodreads book giveaway. Authors can use it to giveaway copies of their books and ask for readers to review it. Goodreads claims ~60% of people who receive such books write reviews. From my recent giveaway I'm yet to see a review. I don't begrudge Goodreads or the people who got my book. I think the reality is that because my novel is very narrowly focused on the Vietnam War, and because people who sign up for Goodreads giveaway don't pay close attention to what they are signing up for, they were not interested in my novel when it showed up in the mail. No hard feelings on my part. Just part of my learnings as I get smarter at all of this.

If there is anyone in this community that would like me to send them a paperback copy in exchange for an honest review, message me directly and I'll mail you a copy (CONUS only). I've got about 12 copies set aside for such purposes. Take a look at it on Amazon, and if you are game, shoot me a note. Thanks!

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V6WXVF2

Probably. Veterans have a lot of experiences that can be the jumping-off point for a novel. I've written one novel, and a guide would've been incredibly helpful.

Are you familiar with Smashwords? A lot of people like them, they are free (only charge a small percentage per sale). Very user friendly.